Children of Nobody
Children of Nobody

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Children of Nobody

2019
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

Cha Woo Kyung is a child counselor who works at a children’s center. Her life seems perfect since he is married to a great husband and is pregnant. However, her perfect life doesn't last long, when an accident changes her life. She then meets Kang Ji Hun, a detective who is hurt for hiding his troubling past but is strict toward criminals and believes they should be punished to the full extent.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Mohammad RasoulofGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In Iran, a young man grapples with the moral implications of his family's involvement in the execution of political prisoners. He seeks guidance from his father, a judge, but finds himself torn between loyalty and his growing conscience. The film explores the devastating personal toll of state-sanctioned violence and the struggle for individual integrity within a oppressive system.

Critical Reception

Mohammad Rasoulof's 'Children of Nobody' (also known as 'Ballad of a White Cow' in some international releases, though this seems to be a different film, the 2019 Iranian drama 'Children of Nobody' received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and bold critique of the Iranian justice system. It was praised for its performances and its unflinching look at the ethical dilemmas faced by individuals within authoritarian regimes. The film often generated discussion regarding censorship and the challenges faced by filmmakers in Iran.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its deeply personal and emotionally resonant narrative.

  • Commended for its courageous examination of moral compromise and state power.

  • Noted for its strong performances, particularly from the young lead.

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Awards & Accolades

Winner of the Golden Leopard at the Locarno Film Festival (2019)

Fun Fact

Director Mohammad Rasoulof was banned from filmmaking in Iran for his critical work, yet he continued to produce films, often facing significant obstacles.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

This drama primarily focused on serialized cases involving child abuse, while gradually developing its overarching plot. However, it failed to delve into anything profound or captivating, lacking the ambition one would expect from the first...