Review of When I Saw You (2014) by Moviereviews — 08 Mar 2014

Tarek, 11, is a refugee from Palestine. Is in attempt to return home to his father, whereas, home is at state of war. This film is overlooked, it has beautiful performances coming from the whole cast, especially the young kid, a touching story of patience and will.

I liked it for the most part, but I felt that it should've been a bit longer, although it felt slow towards the third act, and incomplete. The characters where two dimensional, I would love to know about their past, how Tarek was related to his father, and if he is ever going to find them.

"When I saw you" isn't a flawless movie, but it is serious in tone and is trying to deliver positive messages but they eventually pass over your head because you are not relating to the characters much.

I don't know if it is going ever to be released on DVD or Blu-Ray, so just go watch it in theaters, not many are showing this film, but if you ever encounter one that is showing it, don't miss it, it is worth your time.