A film where almost nothing happens… yet everything changes
I just finished watching The Song of Sparrows by Majid Majidi, and honestly, I’m kind of amazed by how simple yet powerful this film is. This was actually my first Majid Majidi film, and now I’m really looking forward to exploring more of his work. It’s not a movie with a big plot or dramatic twists, but the way it makes you feel that’s what stayed with me. There are so many small moments that really stuck with me. One scene in particular when the container of fish falls felt so real and chaotic, and the acting there was just incredible. It didn’t feel like acting at all. What I loved the most is how the film focuses on small things honesty, daily struggles, and simple choices and shows how they slowly shape a person’s life and even their destiny. It’s such a quiet message, but it hits deep. The contrast between rural life and city life was also beautifully shown. The village felt calm and grounded, while the city felt fast, messy, and a bit overwhelming and you can actually see how that starts affecting Karim as a person. Also, I don’t know if it’s just me, but the film felt so raw and real that it almost didn’t feel like a “big budget” movie and that actually made it even more beautiful. It’s one of those films that doesn’t try too hard, but still leaves a strong impact.
