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Shirin
2009·Movie
·1h 32min·NR·
Shirin fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline2
- Spectacle2
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
- Melancholy9
- Pathos8
- Catharsis7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Satire & Parody1
- Dark Humor1
World
The mind, history, and society
- Ambiguity9
- Novelty8
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Meta Narrative10
- Direction9
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Shirin is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace1Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowProfoundly sad and moving
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumThe mind, history, and society
Its world is built around the mind, history, and society. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality1Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative10Stories about storytelling.
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality2Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality2Sound design as core element.
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About
You are the screen, they are the audience.
A hundred and fourteen famous Iranian theater and cinema actresses and a French star: mute spectators at a theatrical representation of Khosrow and Shirin, a Persian poem from the twelfth century, put on stage by Kiarostami. The development of the text -- long a favorite in Persia and the Middle East -- remains invisible to the viewer of the film, the whole story is told by the faces of the women watching the show.
Iranian CinemaMeta-NarrativePhilosophical ReflectionFemale SpectatorshipHistorical DramaPsychological DepthVisual StorytellingArt FilmMelancholy Tone
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Questions about Shirin
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Shirin worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shirin rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Shirin?
1 h 32 min
Shirin runs 1 h 32 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shirin?
Critics80
Audiences62
Not quite. Critics rate Shirin higher (80) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Shirin in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran.
In how many countries can I watch Shirin?
3
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