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- 2006
- Film Movement Classics
- 1 h 38 m
- 2006
- Film Movement Classics
- 1 h 38 m
Summary In Islamic Iran, how much is a woman worth in comparison with a man -- and who pays the difference? This film is tale of vengeance, labyrinthine judicial procedure and the concept of "blood money." (Film Forum)
Directed By: Asghar Farhadi
Written By: Asghar Farhadi
- 2006
- Film Movement Classics
- 1 h 38 m
- 2006
- Film Movement Classics
- 1 h 38 m
The Beautiful City
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8.1
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Summary In Islamic Iran, how much is a woman worth in comparison with a man -- and who pays the difference? This film is tale of vengeance, labyrinthine judicial procedure and the concept of "blood money." (Film Forum)
Directed By: Asghar Farhadi
Written By: Asghar Farhadi
Where to Watch
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 8 Critic Reviews
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75% Positive
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 8 Critic Reviews
69
75% Positive
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
25% Mixed
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
0% Negative
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While touching on subjects as serious and diverse as capital punishment, the devaluation of women in Iran and the true Islamic concept of forgiveness, this powerful melodrama from the Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi is anything but a message movie.
Like most Iranian films, it's a shaggy-dog story that builds so slowly you don't see the quietly shattering climax coming.
Excellent performances are given by all, with Alidoosti, who has the face of an angel, once again a wonder.
Only inconsistent pacing and a few minor contrivances that develop late in the film dull its otherwise quietly effective dramatic impact.
Fascinating glimpse into wholly different body of laws, engrossingly evolving script and standout performances.
At times resembling an Iranian "Dead Man Walking," Beautiful City goes out of its way to give each character a fair shake-a few patriarchal rages notwithstanding, even the vengeful father is treated sympathetically. But the script, overly laden with red herrings, forces its characters into some improbable dilemmas.
Iranian director Asghar Farhadi follows up his stunning debut feature "Dancing in the Dust" (2003) with this melancholy drama about the aftermath of a senseless murder.
User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 23 User Ratings
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User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 23 User Ratings
8.1
87% Positive
20 Ratings
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4% Mixed
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9% Negative
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Production Company
Neshane
Release Date Mar 15, 2006
Duration 1 h 38 m
Awards
International Film Festival of India
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Fajr Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Split International Festival of New Film
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
