The 2011 film "Chicken with Plums," directed by Vincent Paronnaud and Marjane Satrapi, is a collaborative creation from Belgium, France, and Germany, adapted from a novel of the same name. I recently watched it.
This beautifully crafted film unfolds in the post-coup era in Iran, specifically after the events of August 28th. The story narrates the love of Nasser Ali Khan for his beloved, "Iran," during his youthful years. However, the narrative takes a turn towards the heartbreak of Nasser Ali Khan for his violin.
In the midst of a quarrel between Nasser Ali Khan and his wife, the cherished violin is shattered. Heartbroken, he takes the broken violin to bed, cradles it in his arms, and awaits death. The film explores themes of love, despair, failure, and death, with subtle references to the social and political atmosphere in Iran. It creates a nostalgic ambiance, reflecting on lost loves and unfulfilled desires.
The film's title, "Chicken with Plums," is derived from Nasser Ali Khan's fondness for this dish, injecting a touch of humor that prevents the film from becoming too heavy, dark, or bitter. Golshifteh Farahani portrays the character of "Iran" in the film.
"Chicken with Plums" participated in the competition section of the sixty-seventh Venice Film Festival.
This beautifully crafted film unfolds in the post-coup era in Iran, specifically after the events of August 28th. The story narrates the love of Nasser Ali Khan for his beloved, "Iran," during his youthful years. However, the narrative takes a turn towards the heartbreak of Nasser Ali Khan for his violin.
In the midst of a quarrel between Nasser Ali Khan and his wife, the cherished violin is shattered. Heartbroken, he takes the broken violin to bed, cradles it in his arms, and awaits death. The film explores themes of love, despair, failure, and death, with subtle references to the social and political atmosphere in Iran. It creates a nostalgic ambiance, reflecting on lost loves and unfulfilled desires.
The film's title, "Chicken with Plums," is derived from Nasser Ali Khan's fondness for this dish, injecting a touch of humor that prevents the film from becoming too heavy, dark, or bitter. Golshifteh Farahani portrays the character of "Iran" in the film.
"Chicken with Plums" participated in the competition section of the sixty-seventh Venice Film Festival.