Offside poster

Offside (2006)

6.920061h 33mFA
ComedyDrama

Directed by Jafar Panahi

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

FA

Release

May 26, 2006

Director

Jafar Panahi

Official Trailer

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Overview

During the 2006 World Cup qualifying match between Iran and Bahrain, numerous young women are caught and rounded up for dressing as men so they could gain access to the game. Guarded by several soldiers in a holding pen, the women attempt to keep updated on the score.

Cast

Sima Mobarak-Shahi

Sima Mobarak-Shahi

First Girl

Shayesteh Irani

Shayesteh Irani

Smoking Girl

Ayda Sadeqi

Ayda Sadeqi

Soccer Girl

Golnaz Farmani

Golnaz Farmani

Girl with Tchador

Mahnaz Zabihi

Mahnaz Zabihi

Girl Disguised as Soldier

Nazanin Sediq-zadeh

Nazanin Sediq-zadeh

Young Girl

Safar Samandar

Safar Samandar

Azari Soldier

M. Kheyrabadi

M. Kheyrabadi

Mashadi soldier

M. Kheymeg Kabood

M. Kheymeg Kabood

Tehrani Soldier

Mohsen Tanabandeh

Mohsen Tanabandeh

Ticket Seller

Reza Farhadi

Reza Farhadi

Old Man

M. R. Gharadaghi

M. R. Gharadaghi

Boy with Firecrackers

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Offside (2006), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During the 2006 World Cup qualifying match between Iran and Bahrain, numerous young women are caught and rounded up for dressing as men so they could gain access to the game. Guarded by several soldiers in a holding pen, the women attempt to keep updated on the score.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Offside. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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