The film limply gestures at ideas around women’s rights and athlete boycotts.
Read full articleDespite its urgent political engagement, “Tatami” never forgets to be a gripping watch.
Read full articleVibrantly helmed and performed, with co-director and Cannes best actress winner Zar Amir Ebrahimi playing one of the leads, the film is a win both behind and in front of the camera.
Read full articleEbrahimi and Nattiv’s film is genuinely emotional, both powerful and empowering. [...] It’s a raw, effective piece of filmmaking that deserves to be seen, because those who have to make these choices deserve to be supported.
Read full articleA spellbinding, taut and empowering sports drama that gradually builds tension as it veers into a psychological thriller.
Read full articleTatami is a high wire act of political tension and sports drama. It’s a film that lets neither end of its story down.
Read full articleA unique collaboration between an Iranian and an Israeli filmmaker, it transforms an initially straightforward scenario into an increasingly tense, involving drama.
Read full articleThis sports film has the feel of a political thriller. Women face real danger by bucking oppression in a country run by zealots. Should be seen by all who do not understand why the separation of Church and State is vital for humankind
Read full articleTatami tells a gripping, suspenseful story that could come from today’s headlines.
Read full articleTatami merges sports drama with political thriller quite well... [Full review in Spanish]
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