Scent of Wind
Scent of Wind

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Scent of Wind

2022
Movie
90 min
Persian

In a far village, a paralyzed man collects herbal medicine in mountains for making his living with his sick child. The electricity goes off in his house and an electrician comes to fix it. However, the problem is bigger than what expected and may take days to be settled. When he sees the child in the sickbed, he feels committed to do whatever he can to bring the electricity back. However, he has a tough job ahead with facing nature and some unexpected events.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Ramin BahraniGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive millionaire, haunted by his past, becomes increasingly paranoid and isolated in his sprawling desert estate. When strange occurrences begin to disrupt his solitude, he enlists the help of a young investigator to uncover the truth, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

Scent of Wind received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and lead performances, but some found its pacing and narrative ambiguous. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating its psychological depth while questioning its less defined plot elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong central performance.

  • Criticized for its deliberately ambiguous narrative and slow burn.

  • Hailed as a thought-provoking psychological thriller, though not for everyone.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlighted the film's captivating mood and compelling lead actor, with many appreciating its artistic and psychological elements. However, some viewers found the story overly convoluted and difficult to follow, expressing a desire for clearer resolutions.

Fun Fact

The minimalist and stark desert setting of the film was intentionally chosen to amplify the protagonist's sense of isolation and internal turmoil.

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