Anak Halal

About This Movie

So, 'Anak Halal' is this gritty piece that dives into the murky world of crime and desperation. Hisham, our troubled protagonist, is really a product of his environment – a drug dealer caught in a spiral. What hits you is how his young son gets handed over to a homeless woman, Mariam, who’s not exactly all there. The film’s pacing is a bit uneven but it adds to the tension. Mariam raising the baby in such tough circumstances kind of pulls at your heartstrings, but it’s also raw and unfiltered. The performances here are a mixed bag, yet they somehow enhance the overall atmosphere of struggle and survival, giving it a distinct flavor that feels very grounded.

Unique take on fatherhood in crime dramaInteresting character study of MariamPractical effects add to the raw atmosphere