The Black Tulip

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  • NR
  • 2012
  • 1 hr 56 min
  • 7.3  (112)
  • 37

The Black Tulip is a dramatic film depicting the struggles of a family during the Afghan civil war. Directed by Sonia Nassery Cole, the movie was released in 2010 and features a talented cast including Haji Gul Aser, Sonia Nassery Cole, and Leo Solomon. The story begins with the Taliban ruling Afghanistan, and the everyday life of the people being greatly affected. A family of four, a father, mother, and their two daughters, are living in Kabul. The father, Mansoor (Haji Gul Aser), is a renowned calligrapher whose artwork is appreciated by the people of the city. The mother, Zaban (Sonia Nassery Cole) is a strong-willed woman, who loves her family and will go to any lengths to protect them. The elder daughter, Farishta (Safiya Aaryan), is a promising medical student, while the younger daughter, Benazir (Somaya Latif), is an innocent child.

The family's peaceful life is shattered when Mansoor is falsely accused of being an enemy of the Taliban and taken away by the authorities. Mansoor's arrest throws the entire family into turmoil, with Zaban desperate to find a way to secure his release. She tries to bribe the authorities with all their savings, but to no avail.

One day, Zaban realizes that the Taliban is holding an art competition, and the winning artist will not only receive a cash prize but also a foreign trip. She sees this as an opportunity to get Mansoor released and decides to participate in the competition. However, she knows that it will not be easy to win the competition, given that calligraphy is a male-dominated art form, and women are not encouraged to pursue it.

Zaban's decision to participate in the competition and her journey towards winning it forms the crux of the movie's plot. The movie beautifully captures the challenges faced by the family during the civil war and their perseverance in the face of adversity.

The Black Tulip is a movie that does not shy away from showing the horrors of war. The Taliban's atrocities are depicted in graphic detail, with the movie showing the Taliban burning books and destroying ancient statues. The movie also highlights the role of women in Afghan society and the challenges they face. Zaban's determination to participate in the competition and the support she receives from her family is a testament to the strength of Afghan women.

The movie's cinematography is stunning, with the camera capturing the beauty of Afghanistan before the war and the destruction that the war has caused. The movie's soundtrack, composed by Pakistani musician Arshad Mahmood, adds to the overall impact of the movie.

The acting is top-notch, with Haji Gul Aser delivering a standout performance as Mansoor, the calligrapher. His portrayal of a man wrongly accused and imprisoned is moving and brings tears to the eyes. Sonia Nassery Cole, who also directed the movie, is impressive as Zaban, the strong-willed mother who will do anything to save her family.

Leo Solomon plays the role of an American soldier who befriends the family during the war. His character provides a glimpse into how the war has affected the lives of the people of Afghanistan and how the Afghan people perceive Americans.

The Black Tulip is a movie that showcases the resilience of the Afghan people in the face of war and their love for their country. It is a movie that will make you laugh, cry and inspire you. It is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand the struggles of the Afghan people during the civil war.

The Black Tulip is a 2012 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 56 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.3 and a MetaScore of 37.

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  • Release Date
    2012
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 56 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (112)
  • Metascore
    37
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