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Sheyda
1999·Movie
·1h 40min·
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Strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Moving and romantic
- Pathos8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Faith and meaning, history, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Sheyda is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and romantic
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFaith and meaning, history, and the mind
Its world is built around faith and meaning, history, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Farhad has lost his eyesight due to an injury sustained in battle. As part of his recovery, he is transferred to a temporary hospital, where he encounters young nurse Sheida. Sheida is surprised by his tolerance to the pain of his injury, but soon realises that her recitation of Quran verses has a miraculous calming effect on him. And as the two start to grow closer and Farhad begins to heal, they find themselves on the path between faith and hope, and the true nature of both is revealed to them.
Iranian CinemaFaith and HealingSpiritual AwakeningRomancePost-War TraumaNurse-Patient RelationshipMelancholyCharacter-DrivenIntrospective
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Questions about Sheyda
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sheyda worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Sheyda?
1 h 40 min
Sheyda runs 1 h 40 min.
Was Sheyda a box office hit?
Budget$10,000
Box office$100,000
Yes, a big one. It cost about $10,000 to make and earned $100,000 worldwide, 10.0 times its budget.
What language is Sheyda in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran.