juanmuscle
I was brought here, and I'm so happy that I was, by the 'Mary Shelley' Junkets. I of course like everyone who thought Frankenstein is a special book. So I looked up the people behind it on the legendary IMDB bebeplesae!!!! And thank you IMDB for the great job you all do on a never ending! So I watched this to see the precursor, if an omen of goodness would manifest before me or I would be bestowed by a plague on both films. Abuuut Half way in or so, I forgot all about Mary and Elle and in fact, everything and everyone and modern society and I was so immersed in this gem that I found myself floating in another realm, a sweet region so remote from the same old higgledy-piggledy that the first thing I said out loud to myself was 'dang! This is screen-writing 101! This is who you go to for a wonderful seminal terrific screenplay festooned with all the wonderful trimmings only a super-ingenious-smart-lovely-creative story-teller can provide administer and deliver! It was just so nuanced, no preachy nothing, even though the antagonist or teacher lady was delivering these homilies they didn't feel like forced or nothing, it was just a special work of art. And I learnt so much, I had no idea about all this stuff, but how much fun is it to learn from creative art than to watch some crummy lousy overblown hyped up weird sensationalized newscast - yuk on that score, but on this - I want to watch it again!! And oh! This is after watching 'Mary' which I have not left a review, but this is all I have to say , I will be saying it there as well, It is a huge crime in creative writing if this person, is not pumping out works of art on a regular... either fixing stuff, pumping out scripts, directing her own work, others work.. whatever, just someone pray, do not waste good talent, and this folks, is superlative talent!
japrice-26876
The film "Wadjda" gives the viewer a unique glimpse into an entirely different society. The film seems simple at first but as the events unfold the story becomes much deeper. The film shows how women have to cope with the patriarchal society. What makes the film so good is how it tells a story of how the Saudi community functions through the experiences of a young girl Wadjda. It is inspiring how determined Wadjda is to get a bike and race a man, despite the action being against the cultural norm. Even in dark parts of the film the viewer still has a sense of optimism due to Wadjda's tenacity. The director did a great job in telling the everyday story about the Saudi Arabian people without any bias and through a young female. In the center of the film we see the everyday life of Wadjda and other girls of similar age. All the girls in the all-girl School must conform to the status of the ideal wife and are prepared for that job all through School. However, they act and laugh normal children would. The impact of School on their lives is best seen with their lack of surprise when being on their period to having to hold the Koran with a napkin. Wadjda's mother is also a strong independent women who strays from the expected behavior of women. She buys Wadjda the bike she wanted that was frowned upon due to her being a woman. And she cuts her hair despite her husband telling her that he did not want her to. It is rare to find a foreign film that can actually inspire you and really impact your global perspective. I truly enjoyed this film and would suggest it to another student or teacher.
Lily Schneider
The film, Wadjda, directed by Haifaa Al-Mansour, was one of the best films I have ever seen. It was truly inspirational for all girls especially, and I loved it! The actress, Waad Mohammed, did an amazing job playing her role. She was such a strong and independent girl, who despite all the name calling for being a girl, never let the boys pull her down. I loved this about her, and she inspired me to never give up and let the boys beat me down.
etienneargot
There is no way to overstate how a simple story, taken out of life - the life of a Saudi girl - can be so inspiring. There are so many small heroes in this film, along with the more distasteful elements of any society. You can't forget little Wadjda who has no innate reverence for silly rules, almost naïvely turning the overbearing form of Saudi Islam on itself, her mother, as much a victim of life as any other, eventually growing out of her own distress and taking a step to giving her daughter the liberty she never had, the shop-keeper, who tacitly roots for little Wdjda, and of course, Wadjda's little pal, who, born to be an alpha in Saudi society, glows with joy to see his friend - one he cares for - break a little bit freer, teaching her to ride a bike. He himself has no innate need to be the alpha, and is just happy for her. All these people together deal a small blow to the ills of their society, which are indirectly ridiculed, through the hypocrisy and self-interest of their servants. And when this movie is done, you'll know how a bike could be a symbol! Enjoy!
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