The Lamb

2024
1h 25m

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Ajouter une intrigue dans votre langueIn the wake of his mother's death, a determined young boy sets out across the vast Arabian desert, a quest that will challenge his broken family and ancient traditions, all to protect the th... Tout lireIn the wake of his mother's death, a determined young boy sets out across the vast Arabian desert, a quest that will challenge his broken family and ancient traditions, all to protect the thing he holds most dear in the world - an orphaned lamb.In the wake of his mother's death, a determined young boy sets out across the vast Arabian desert, a quest that will challenge his broken family and ancient traditions, all to protect the thing he holds most dear in the world - an orphaned lamb.

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A respectful but outdated snapshot of a changing culture

Directed by Ashley Avis, The Lamb succeeds in capturing certain aspects of Arab folk culture and translating Arab cultural values to the screen. However, the film's story lacks the gripping momentum needed to keep viewers engaged until the end.

The performances are average overall, though Sumaya Rida delivers a relatively stronger portrayal. The film's music strikes a good balance, complementing its tone without overpowering it.

While The Lamb is worth watching, it's unlikely to leave a lasting impression. The depiction of Arab culture, the Arab world, Arab cinema, and Arab lifestyles feels stuck in the past, failing to reflect the profound transformations these elements have undergone in reality. The "Arab city" portrayed in the film no longer exists in today's Arab world-cultural and anthropological structures have evolved dramatically, yet the movie remains confined to its own imagined space.

Where the film does succeed is in its portrayal of family dynamics and intergenerational relationships, offering an authentic glimpse into these aspects of Arab society.