In this two part film, we get a rare glimpse of contemporary Iran. In the first and better film directed by veteran Dariush Mehrjui, a middle class family set out to see their town through the tourist's eyes when the roof of their home collapses. It's an optimistic film about several generations as they look at their past, present and future. The second film by Mehdi Karampoor is a more pessimistic take where the authorities stop a rock band from performing a concert which leads the members to self destruct. While both films have noble intentions, they both feel contrived which affects the emotional impact. YRCinema's coverage of the 33rd edition of Mill Valley Film Festival.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Tehran, Tehran
In this two part film, we get a rare glimpse of contemporary Iran. In the first and better film directed by veteran Dariush Mehrjui, a middle class family set out to see their town through the tourist's eyes when the roof of their home collapses. It's an optimistic film about several generations as they look at their past, present and future. The second film by Mehdi Karampoor is a more pessimistic take where the authorities stop a rock band from performing a concert which leads the members to self destruct. While both films have noble intentions, they both feel contrived which affects the emotional impact. YRCinema's coverage of the 33rd edition of Mill Valley Film Festival.
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