Several months again, a movie named “Stare Bazi,” directed by Hatef Alimardani and produced in Montreal, Canada, was launched in Iran. The movie criticizes Iranian immigration overseas, and we’ll analyze it within the following evaluation.
The Islamic Republic’s official and authorities cinema used to supply movies towards immigration to the West within the years following the revolution. They aimed to make the oppressive environment of these instances extra bearable and to discourage folks from leaving the nation. Now, confronted with uncontrollable emigration and a widespread scandal, they’ve resorted to the identical method as soon as once more. This comes at a time when a good portion of the inhabitants is making an attempt to flee challenges akin to suffocation, inefficiency, inflation, poverty, and famine. In the midst of the revolutionary rebellion final 12 months, 1000’s of individuals demanded the dismantling of the Islamic Republic. The movie “Stare Bazi” explores related themes as “The West is a harmful place.”
The film follows the story of Mahmoud and his spouse Rahela, together with their daughter Saba, who’s on the verge of blindness, as they immigrate to America. They encounter varied challenges and difficulties of their new residence, showcasing the damaging aspect of immigration and the stereotypes related to it.
Despite claiming to be primarily based on a real story, the movie presents a one-sided view and fails to replicate the truth of immigration experiences. It additionally doesn’t resonate with the viewers and has not obtained favorable opinions from critics. The efficiency of Michael Madsen, a widely known actor, couldn’t salvage the movie.
In conclusion, “Stare Bazi” might not have left an enduring impression and is more likely to be forgotten among the many a whole lot of different promotional movies.