The Recess
The Recess

Movie spotlight

The Recess

2020
Movie
12 min
Persian

Sahar a 17 year old student is determined to skip high school during the recess to attend the football stadium to watch the football match between Esteghlal F.C. vs. Al-Ain as part of AFC Champions League against the national ban on women to enter football stadiums in Iran.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Melanie D. MartinezGenres: Short, Drama

Plot Summary

During a tense school lockdown, a group of middle school students are forced to confront their own biases and prejudices when their assumptions about each other are challenged. As the situation escalates, they must find common ground to survive and understand the true meaning of unity.

Critical Reception

The Recess has been praised for its timely and relevant exploration of social issues within a school setting. Critics have lauded its strong performances and its ability to generate thoughtful discussion among audiences, particularly concerning themes of empathy and understanding.

What Reviewers Say

  • Highlights the importance of empathy and understanding in difficult times.

  • Features compelling performances from its young cast.

  • Raises pertinent questions about social dynamics and prejudice in schools.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Recess' is not widely available through Google's user review platform.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a real middle school, adding a layer of authenticity to its portrayal of the student experience.

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"The Recess" is a short film of high value that gives the audience a good understanding of a tragic story based on true events; a true story with a missing point of beginning, a story no one knows the real facts behind it. The movie puts e...