Paradise Now

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Gareth v A powerful and shocking movie that tells the story of 2 would be suicide bombers. Must see. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/20/23 Full Review dave s Paradise Now effectively puts a face to terrorism and gives a true feel for the plight of the Palestinians. The film documents two men, childhood friends, who have agreed to have explosives strapped to their bodies in order to take a stand against Israeli aggression. Following their activities over the 24-hour period before they detonate their devices, it is a disturbing examination of what motivates such radical actions, justifiable or not. It's the film's objectivity that makes it so effective – there is no pulsing music score, no Hollywood farewell scenes, no significant subplots to detract from its point. It is frightening in a cold and analytical manner, an observation about those seeking martyrdom that doesn't feel as though it's passing judgement. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review William L Paradise Now may err on the side of simplicity, but it's worthy of a watch for its sincere depiction of the Palestinian point of view in the Israeli conflict and a surprisingly humane and measured portrait of the rationale behind suicide bombers that sidesteps glorification and propaganda. We see figures that are motivated by a combination of factors, including religious dogma and social pressure, but particularly personal experience built on injustices; think less about caricatures and comments on heathen devils who worship God in the wrong way, but more about how two people cannot occupy the same space. There is a sincere debate over base revenge vs. slow-burning moral 'combat', but what is particularly compelling is director Hany Abu-Assad's willingness to poke the edges of dark comedy; Said and Khaled, referred to as honored individuals for having been selected for the (gruesome) task at hand, being beset by technical difficulties while recording martyr speeches and watching their handlers casually eat behind the camera during their supposedly impactful delivery adds a satirical edge that adds to the overall film. Historically important for the recognition of Palestine on the global cinematic stage. (3.5/5) Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/01/22 Full Review Audience Member I think that this movie is so overrated. I just can't understand the point of this... The acting is good, some scenes are quite funny.... But the plot? It is sooo slow, there is nothing that really changes the situation... There isn't a real relationship between the characters...This movie just doesn't tell nothing. After 40 minutes I was tired to see both characters bored together... Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member You harvest what you plant. It shows one of many realities originated by the military ocupation of palestinian territories. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/30/19 Full Review Audience Member Paradise Now is a 2005 film directed by Hany Abu-Assad. An insight into the life and plight of the people from this area. AANF GGWF 1001 Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/27/19 Full Review Read all reviews

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