Orca

2021 [FA]

Action / Drama

3
IMDb Rating 6.5/10 10 767 767

Plot summary

Elham is a young, divorced Iranian woman. Seeking to find herself after a near-fatal beating by her husband, she finds solace and salvation in the water and soon makes her mark as a formidable endurance swimmer. In the fight of her life, Elham faces political, religious, and personal obstacles in search of her goal: the Guinness World Record for swimming the longest distance with hands bound.

Director

Sahar Mosayebi Photo
Sahar Mosayebi

Top cast

Taraneh Alidoosti Photo
Taraneh Alidoosti as Elham
Amirhosein Nayebpour Photo
Amirhosein Nayebpour as Scuba Diver
Fatemeh Neyshabouri Photo
Fatemeh Neyshabouri as Mrs. Amiri
Fatameh Ramesh Photo
Fatameh Ramesh as Ahook
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25 fps
1 hr 43 min
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Fa 5.1
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Subtitles bg   cz   us   hr   hu   mk   pl   ro   sl   sr  
25 fps
1 hr 43 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by amirhosseinahg 7 / 10

amirhosseinahg

Orca" - A Film That Shows Taraneh Alidoosti at Her BestIf I were to talk about the film "Orca", I'd say it's one of those movies that really shows how a true and authentic story can be beautifully told. The director, Sahra Pazibi, has managed to portray the story of a female athlete in such a way that it feels like I'm stepping right into her world. Watching this film, I felt completely connected to the character of Elham, played by Taraneh Alidoosti.Taraneh Alidoosti's Outstanding Performance:First off, I have to say that Taraneh Alidoosti gave one of her best performances in this film. She plays Elham, a woman who wants to set a new freestyle swimming record, but is faced with countless social and personal obstacles. Taraneh brings an incredibly natural and deep portrayal to the character. From moments of despair to those of hope and struggle, she portrays it all in a believable way. I really enjoyed her performance because nothing felt forced or fake.The Story and Its Message:The story of the film is about a female athlete who not only has to battle with her internal struggles but also with the society she lives in, which places a lot of limitations on women. Elham decides to break a new record in freestyle swimming, but the society she lives in doesn't make it easy for her. This film is more than just a sports story; it touches on social and cultural challenges, showing how a woman can fight against these obstacles with determination and resilience.Direction and Cinematic Style:The atmosphere of the film was really captivating. Sahra Pazibi did an intelligent job with the direction, and it really helped convey the emotions of the characters in a way that felt real. The use of lighting and set design was perfect for enhancing the story and making the audience connect with the feelings and messages the film was trying to convey.The Downsides:Let's be honest for a second. One of the downsides I noticed about the film is that, in some parts, the story feels a bit predictable and a little shallow. Especially during the moments when Elham makes big decisions, I expected the film to delve deeper into her inner emotions. Some critics also pointed out that the film didn't manage to convey its deeper messages as powerfully as it could have.Conclusion:At the end of the day, I'd say that "Orca" is a film that really pulled me in. Taraneh Alidoosti truly shines in this movie, and her performance is one of the best parts of the film. While the story might feel a bit predictable at times, it's still a movie worth watching. It serves as a reminder of how to stand strong in the face of challenges. If you're looking for a film with an inspiring and human-centered message, this one is a great choice.
Reviewed by parvasnan 6 / 10

Trying to reach a peak

This movie is one of the movies that were released this year. Ali Dosti's song is perfect as always. The story of this movie is based on reality and is actually considered a biographical movie. The actors have played their roles well. The dialogues and actually the way of thinking of some people in the story sometimes become so nerve-wracking that the audience completely sympathizes with the lead actor and puts himself in similar situations. Trying to reach a peak, despite many obstacles, forms the whole story and this is something that many of us have experienced in different ways. It is a good movie.
Reviewed by poobix-57363 10 / 10

Absolutely magnificent!!!

This beautifully shot and masterfully directed biopic revolves around real-life Iranian swimmer Elham Asghari and her struggles to set an unprecedented record of swimming kilometres in the sea, in a country where women are deprived of their most basic human rights and female athletes are obliged to follow the most ridiculously complicated regulations regarding their clothes and posture. Set in contemporary Iran, Elham is denied by the swimming federation of Iran to have broken an actual record when women are now allowed to do so, based on Islamic governing rules as it is referred to multiple times during the movie. Elham, therefore, embarks on a journey headed towards breaking a Guinness record and becoming the first Iranian to achieve such honour. While on this journey of hers, she comes across charitable ethnic characters in the south of Iran ( where she breaks her Guinness record ), allowing us to become familiar with their rich culture and heritage. It is, also, worth highlighting that Taraneh Alidoosti ( the star of academy-award-winning film The Salesman by Asghar Farhadi ) once again shines as the legendary actress she is, conveying Elham's struggles and emotions throughout the most dramatic scenes of the film.
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