SummaryKarim works at an ostrich farm outside of Tehran, Iran. He leads a simple and contented life with his family in his small house, until one day when one of the ostriches runs away. Karim is blamed for the loss and is fired from the farm. Soon after, he travels to the city in order to repair his elder daughter’s hearing aid but finds himself mistak... Read More
Directed By:Majid Majidi
Written By:Mehran Kashani, Majid Majidi
The Song of Sparrows
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74
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Metascore
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100
Sparrows is a kind of cinematic fable. At times funny, sad, poignant and suspenseful, Sparrows is a showcase for Majidi's masterful storytelling - and Naji's superb acting.
80
This latest film from Iranian director Majid Majidi has the same combination of quiet contemplation, whimsy and tragedy that made his "Children of Heaven" an international smash a decade ago.
75
This sparrow's flight lifts the heart.
70
At times tedious but ultimately beguiling, Song of Sparrows morphs from a sly dramedy about running a household into a fable about two ways of life (urban and rural) that can't coexist.
70
The Song of Sparrows becomes a parable of corruption, catastrophe and eventual redemption. Mr. Majidi's tale wasn't meant to be timely, of course, but the shoe fits, and the film wears it well.
70
Beautifully crafted, often sentimental, sometimes humorous.
63
The images in The Song of Sparrows have a poetic grace that's to be desired in storytelling. You feel Majidi's hand much more than you do God's.
User score
Generally Favorable
80% Positive
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Jun 24, 2016
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This is touching, sad, humorous its simply amazing movie. It's one of kind. All the actors have done their job perfectly. It is the most realistic movie I have ever seen.
Production Company:
- Majid Majidi Film Production (I) (II)
Release Date:Apr 3, 2009
Duration:1 h 36 m
Rating:PG
Tagline:Chasing dreams. Finding hope.
Awards
Fajr Film Festival
• 4 Wins & 4 Nominations
Berlin International Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Asia Pacific Screen Awards
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
