TEHRAN – The Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) Cinematheque will screen Irish director Colm Byréad’s 2022 film “The Quiet Girl” on Friday.
Mair said there will be a judging session after the screening.
Set in rural Ireland in the summer of 1981, The Quiet Girl follows the journey of nine-year-old Kate, one of several siblings living in a household marked by poverty and parental neglect. Masu.
Struggling with her position in both her family and school, Kate experiences feelings of shame and isolation, exemplified by the incident of spilling milk at school. As her mother is expecting another child, her family wants to provide her with a more stable environment and sends her to distant relatives, middle-aged cousin Avelyn Sinselach and her husband Sean. I decided to let him live there.
When Kate arrives at Cincilach’s house, she is warmly welcomed by Avelyn, who shows her kindness and teaches her the responsibilities of life on the farm. Avelyn introduces her to a deep well on the property, warning her of the dangers while also providing reassurance.
Initially, Kate, whose suitcase was left behind, was wearing boys’ clothes, but Avelyn compassionately bought her a new dress, allowing Kate to embrace her femininity.
However, Sean is initially more stoic and distant, casting an emotional shadow. Early incidents highlight this. When Kate walks away from him while doing chores and he scolds her, she runs away in fear. However, this moment becomes the catalyst for their relationship to develop.
After this tension, Sean gradually opens up and lets Kate participate in sweet rituals such as running to the mail and complimenting her on her speed. A bond is formed between the two, and Kate develops a sense of belonging, adding depth to the story.
However, the peace of her new life is shattered during a wake attended by her family. While comforting her friends, a gossipy neighbor takes Kate under his wing and reveals his painful past. The Sincilach family lost their young son to drowning in a slurry pit. When Kate later shares this fact, this revelation upsets the family and shows that the shadow of grief that haunts them will not go away.
As summer draws to a close and Kate’s mother has given birth, the Cinceelak family is preparing to return home in time for Kate to start school. Everyone in the family feels the impending loss and emotions run high.
Kate tries to get water from the well, but falls into the well, leaving Avelyn to search for her. A caring woman comes to her rescue, but in her emotional turmoil Kate catches a cold.
When the Cincilachs eventually return Kate to her biological family, the contrasting dynamics become apparent. Her parents’ indifference contrasts sharply with the warmth she received in her temporary home.
As her parents drive away, Kate is overcome with feelings of longing and despair. Sprinting after their car, she managed to catch up and caught Avelyn’s tearful gaze as she hugged Sean.
At that moment, Kate grapples with conflicting loyalties as her father approaches threateningly, whispering “daddy” as she grapples with the reality of her situation. The film captures themes of belonging, loss, and the complexities of familial love.
“The Quiet Girl,” based on Claire Keegan’s 2010 short story “The Fosters,” stars Katherine Clinch, Carrie Crowley and Andrew Bennett. It premiered at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival, where it received critical acclaim and received numerous awards.
The Quiet Girl broke box office records for an Irish language film, surpassing the record held by Arahat (2021), becoming the highest grossing film in its category.
The film received overwhelming praise from critics, with a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 146 reviews and an average rating of 8.7/10.
The Quiet Girl was nominated for 10 awards at the 18th Irish Film and Television Awards (IFTA) to be held in March 2022, winning seven, including Best Picture and Best Director. Notably, the film was screened at the Berlin Film Festival, becoming the first Irish-language film to win an award.
In December 2022, the film became the first Irish-language film to be shortlisted for the Oscar for International Feature Film, and was ultimately nominated for the 95th Academy Awards, marking a historic moment for Irish cinema.
The film received multiple nominations and awards at various festivals and was praised for its significant artistic achievement.
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