Thursday, June 30, 2016

Theeb

Theeb (Naji Abu Nowar, 2014)
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Rating: Q=7, P=6 / Can't Get Enough
Scale 1=4, Scale 2=3, Scale 3=3, Scale 4=3

WWI, Complex Relationships, Coming of Age, Vengeance

Oh, if only this film had been made when I was writing my thesis! The magnificent artistry combined with the deliberate pace and unnerving story makes for a truly wonderful film. Theeb is anxious to prove himself capable and grown up. And his environment and circumstances force him to make crucial decisions of life and death. Jordan's desolate landscape perfectly reflects the isolation, heartbreak, and dramatic changes he goes through.

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