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My Favourite Cake

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Mahin (70) lives alone in Tehran since her husband’s death and her daughter’s departure for Europe, until an afternoon tea with friends leads her to break her solitary routine and revitalize her love life. But as Mahin opens herself up to new romance, what begins as an unexpected encounter quickly evolves into an unpredictable, unforgettable evening.
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Critics Consensus

With naturalistic performances and understated humor, My Favourite Cake uses its intimate portrait of late-life romance to deftly illuminate the personal toll of repression.

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Simran Hans Sight & Sound Dec 18
Maryam Moghaddam and Behtash Sanaeeha’s gentle romantic comedy dares to ask if Mahin actually wants to move through life unnoticed. Go to Full Review
Tara Brady Irish Times 09/28/2024
4/5
A late narrative development swerves the meet-cute into less sure-footed terrain. But this remains an encounter to treasure, jollied along by quiet political protest and poignant notes on widowhood. Go to Full Review
Wendy Ide Observer (UK) 09/16/2024
4/5
Plans have a way of going awry in this lovely, intimate, tragicomic tale of late-blooming love in the shadow of Iran’s repressive regime. In its gentle way, this is a subversive piece of film-making. Go to Full Review
Blai Morell Fotogramas Aug 11
3/5
In this drama, far from forceful and laced with a certain lightness, there are beautiful shots, moving gestures, and weighty silences, but also a certain predictability and a pace that threatens to dilute the story's impact. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Randy Meeks Espinof Aug 7
4/5
It's impossible not to be fascinated by the purity, delicacy, and, ultimately, the decisiveness of a work like "My Favourite Cake," as brave as it is unique. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Calvin Law The Asian Cut Aug 2
3.5/5
A resonant work that brings a smile to my face when thinking about it at its charming and most endearing best. Go to Full Review
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Elli J @Catnap1953 2d What a breath of fresh air! The only reason I won't give it a 5-star rating is that I was hoping the uplifting, humorous and life-affirming feeling would remain until the end. My hopes were dashed, but it is still worth watching. As an over-70s woman, I can appreciate much of what this older lady felt and was trying to do, even though our circumstances are diametrically opposite. The acting, especially by the two main protagonists, is outstanding and so brave really - neither is 'sexy' yet they both exude a passion that is quiet yet real. The subtle undertones of the cultural and political issues in Iran (at that time) are revealed in surprising ways, and the strength of the main female character is heroic and endearing. Although I wish the ending were different, that is due to the romantic tone of this movie that is more expectation than anything else. This is a real gem and a nice change from the usual predictable movies about older relationships. See more Eluxe M @RT69001096 Mar 29 I started this movie with high hopes. The acting was natural, the story promised to be heartwarming. I loved seeing an older woman take agency of her life. I loved the budding romance, the warmth of the male character. I loved the feeling of hope that grew inside of me. Then, like what feels like ALL modern movies, it had to turn to crap. It seems most modern directors just want us to feel demoralised and miserable after watching a film, and that's what you'll feel like at the end of this. I regret watching it to the end. See more Tolga K @TolgaKcgl Mar 28 A film whose impact will linger for a long time. The inspiring generosity of true love takes center stage in this film... See more Amin S @RT54070545 05/30/2025 A tender and simple tale—like a contemplative yet drunken sage, it lingers on life’s quiet sorrows. See more Afshin F @RT70456922 04/22/2025 Great acting and the dialogs are very natural and real.. See more Catherine W @Catherine416 03/22/2025 I loved it. Shot within the confines of a repressive regime but tender, funny, and true to all our lives. My friends and I agreed it was the perfect relationship, ending before it became troublesome. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Mahin (70) lives alone in Tehran since her husband’s death and her daughter’s departure for Europe, until an afternoon tea with friends leads her to break her solitary routine and revitalize her love life. But as Mahin opens herself up to new romance, what begins as an unexpected encounter quickly evolves into an unpredictable, unforgettable evening.
Director
Maryam Moghaddam, Behtash Sanaeeha
Screenwriter
Maryam Moghaddam, Behtash Sanaeeha
Production Co
Caracteres Productions, Alamode Film, Watchmen Productions , Hobab, Filmsazane Javan
Genre
Romance, Drama, Comedy
Original Language
Persian
Runtime
1h 37m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital