The Kite Runner 2007 | Boys in movies [BiM]

The Kite Runner (2007)

– The Kite Runner 2007
– 2h 8 min. | Drama | October 2007 (USA)

Storyline:

After spending years in California, Amir returns to his homeland in Afghanistan to help his old friend Hassan, whose son is in trouble.

User review:

Greetings again from the darkness. Based on the mega-best seller from author Khaled Hosseini, the film provides us a peak at the ugliness of post-Russia invaded Afghanistan and the terror of the Taliban. Director Marc Foster adds a gem to his resume, which already includes “Monster’s Ball”, “Finding Neverland” and “Stranger Than Fiction”.

The story of young friends Amir and Hassan and the unknown bond they share into the next generation. This is a story of honor and courage and loyalty and is an unusual coming-of-age tale. Some great scenes of the boys when they are kids and then a couple of truly amazing scenes as Amir returns as an adult to find Hassan’s imprisoned son.

This is tight, compelling story telling with a message. The acting is solid throughout, with no one actor stealing the screen. Although not a pleasant story to watch unfold, it is certainly meaningful and heart felt. Plus a quick shot of Midnight Oil playing in the pool hall is a welcome gift.

Director: Marc Forster
Writers: David Benioff (screenplay), Khaled Hosseini (novel)
Stars: Khalid Abdalla, Ahmad Khan Mahmoodzada, Atossa Leoni
Country: USA | China | UK
Language: Dari | English | Pushto | Russian | Urdu
Release Date: 11 January 2008 (USA)
Filming Locations: China.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0419887/