For A Moment, Freedom
Two young Iranian men, Ali and Merdad, have promised to escort their young cousins, seven-year-old Asy and five year-old Arman, from Iran to Austria where their parents are waiting for them. While the refugees wait in the Turkish city of Ankara for Austrian visas, they share the fate of other illegal immigrants. These include a family fleeing from political persecution, an Iranian teacher, and a young Kurd who retains his sense of humor even at the toughest of moments....
– KARLOVY VARY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
CATALOGUE
Writer-helmer Riahi eschews a melodramatic tone even during intense sequences including torture and an execution, managing somehow to evenly mix in lighter content (most involving child thesps or the delightful Fares). Bittersweet final effect is quite moving.
– DENNIS HARVEY, VARIETY
Duration: 110 min
Dialogue: English, Turkey
Subtitles: English
