Laleh

Name: Laleh
Director: Essy Niknejad
Genre: Action, Drama, Family, History
Released: 2022-01-01
Duration: 120 min
Cast: Mitra Hajjar, Homayoun Ershadi, Iraj Nozari, Leila Otadi, Nicholas Guilak

2022Dir. Essy Niknejad2h 0m

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About This Movie

Laleh presents this raw and poignant snapshot of a young Iranian woman navigating the complexities of a male-dominated sport. The pacing feels deliberate, letting tension build as she faces societal hurdles that feel all too real. Essy Niknejad’s direction captures the chaos and beauty of post-revolution Iran, making the atmosphere thick with both hope and despair. The performances are grounded, particularly from the lead, whose determination is palpable. There are practical effects and sequences that really highlight the physicality of the sport, bringing an added layer of authenticity. What stands out is how it doesn’t shy away from the darker elements of gender inequality, yet there’s this thread of resilience woven throughout that feels almost universal.

Strong thematic focus on gender inequalityImpressive practical effects in sports scenesAtmospheric depiction of post-revolution Iran