Review of Amira & Sam (2014) by Helen C — 31 Jan 2015
A tender, honest and funny film about relationships, which at the same time, highlights serious issues such as capitalism run amok in a society without ethics and the complexities of ordinary individuals dealing with 9/11, wars in Iraq & Afghanistan, returning veterans, immigration, etc.
To its credit it manages not to be cynical or didactic. It retains a lightness, a sense of humor and a romanticism (complete with a fairy tale ending). There is not a false note in the script: it is very honest and real, especially the dialogue.
The actors are superb, making the dialogue and scenes even more believable. Kudo's to all, especially Sean Mullin, the writer-director. Go see it!
This review of Amira & Sam (2014) was written by Helen C on 31 Jan 2015.
Amira & Sam has generally received positive reviews.
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