Our River… Our Sky – Movie Review
Director: Maysoon Pachachi
Writer: Irada Al-Jubori, Maysoon Pachachi (Screenplay)
Cast
- Mahmoud Abu Abbas
- Myriam Abbas
- Darina Al Joundi
- Ami Al-Ali
- Amed Hashimi
Plot: Set in 2006 against the backdrop of intense sectarian war, Our River…Our Sky follows the stories of a small Baghdad community trying to find some semblance of normality and hope despite unpredictable violence, turmoil, and loss.
Runtime: 1 Hour 57 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Story: Our River… Our Sky starts as we see the aftermath of the latest attack inside Baghdad. It follows the different members of a community trying to remain positive despite the horrific attacks they face.
Despite the horrific conditions, the residents continue to try their best to have normal lives. As they must deal with unexpected losses to the loved ones around them.
Verdict on Our River… Our Sky
Our River… Our Sky is a drama following the lives of a community living in Baghdad in 2006. They try to have normal lives but find themselves dealing with violence due to the ongoing conflict around them. However, this doesn’t stop them from trying to make the most of their time, whatever comes their way.
This is a wonderful drama showing the lives of people who could find themselves living a different life each day. It shows the perils they must live around, not knowing what could happen. All while making the most out of their lives. It is told with so much feeling and the different lives that are just normal people trying to live. This is a very powerful drama that shows another side of conflict in the world.
Where to Watch: OUR RIVER..OUR SKY will be released in UK cinemas 20th October
Final Thoughts –Our River… Our Sky is powerful, important and insightful.
