What are the metaphors in "Little Shoes"?

Thaddeus 2022-03-25 09:01:10

In a very tender way, it exposes the social problem of the large gap between the rich and the poor in Iran. The main line of the story is extremely simple, but the sequence of shots is meticulous and smooth, and the simple clues are constantly changing, developing new narrative dynamics. The narration and performance are both calm and natural, and there is no fierce condemnation. On the contrary, all the characters in the film except the landlord are kind and simple, and they are willing to lend a helping hand to those who are in need, which proves that the large gap between the rich and the poor is a social system problem, not human nature. question of right and wrong. The handling at the end is perfect, first inserting the scene where the father has already bought shoes for the brother and sister, and then turning to the scene where Ali is ashamed to face his sister after winning the championship, the audience becomes omniscient, the bitter tone of the film is reconciled, and there may be no redemption , but innocence in suffering is what the film is about.

Carmella 2022-03-24 09:02:16

[Exhibition at the China Film Archive] Film version. Reminds me of Abbas' "Where Is My Friend's Home". They are all from the perspective of the smallest incidents in life that are ignored and dismissed by adults, but which children attach great importance to and work hard for, reflecting the most pure, innocent, kind, and moving childlike innocence. Warm and moving. The beginning and end are well done. The shot of the two pairs of new shoes after the bicycle left me with a lot of aftertaste after the show, and I was gratified and happy