September 18, 2024
Extreme caution for older teenagers and adults.
Released
September 18, 2024
Director
Mohammad Rasoulof
Cast
Soheila Golestani, Missagh Zareh, Mahsa Rostami, and Setareh Maleki
Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof, rated R, released September 18, 2024. An uplifting story of resilience, purpose, and the strength we find in each other.
Starring Soheila Golestani, Missagh Zareh, Mahsa Rostami, and Setareh Maleki.
This film reminds us that ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they refuse to give up on themselves or one another.
Critics have been especially enthusiastic—97% on the Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer—with audiences largely in agreement at 91% on the Popcornmeter. IMDb users rate it about 7.9/10.
Pair the scores with the MovieGuide content breakdown and the source reviews linked on this page to decide if it fits your night in.
This film reminds us that ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they refuse to give up on themselves or one another.
Summaries based on each site's scores and typical coverage — open the source for full reviews.
Family content & quality
Entertainment quality ★★★★ (4/4). Family content -2 — extreme caution for older teens and adults. Advisories often include stronger violence, language, or adult themes; extreme caution is flagged for older teens and adults rather than young children.
Critics & audience
Critics are overwhelmingly positive at 97% on the Tomatometer, clustering around praise for craft, emotion, and rewatch value. Audience scores are even warmer on the Popcornmeter (91%), a sign of strong word-of-mouth. Open the full page for critic and audience quotes.
User scores & reviews
Users place it around 7.9/10, reflecting strong broad-audience regard. Reviews there usually dig into performances, emotional payoff, pacing, and genre expectations—a useful counterweight to professional critics. Open the score above to read the full conversation.
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