I loved this movie! And recommend it to anyone of any age.
I saw it at its premiere in London and it stayed with me since. It was such a delight to watch: light, funny and poignant. Which is a real wonder (and great achievement!) considering how difficult the subject is, and with what heaviness it could have been told.
But it's written and acted with such tenderness that the simple and light storytelling is really enjoyable, and at the same time doesn't at all take away from the really serious subject. It actually made the subject sit with me for days longer... and at the same time this feeling of humanity, goodness, and hopefulness stayed with me, too... It's quite a feat to tell such a tough story in a way that's so enjoyable to watch, without making it flippant or cliché.
All around an awe-striking tour de force from Rumana Molla not just because it was her directorial debut, but also because she wrote it (!) in addition to acting in the lead. Also a really superb ensemble cast who played their characters with such love and understanding, that we end up relating to them all.
The world definitely needs this movie (and more like it).
