Review of Offside (2006) by Robby R — 29 Jul 2010
It says on the box that this is like an Iranian Bend It Like Beckham...well, it nearly is I suppose, but it reminded me somewhat of An Evening With Gary Lineker too. Despite the attempt at neo-realism by using non-professional actors, the acting seemed somewhat unconvincing on many an occasion, often feeling like a stage play with a small cast made into a film without any of the extras that film as a medium can bring to the telling of a story.
It is described as a 'comedy' too, yet if I smirked at all, it must've been very briefly. It's a worthy film, quite interesting in its own way, but a comedy it ain't. This is the only Iranian film I've ever seen, and I'm glad I saw it, but it's not something you'll watch repeatedly or get wildly excited about.
This review of Offside (2006) was written by Robby R on 29 Jul 2010.
Offside has generally received very positive reviews.
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