Discussion: "The Kite Runner" - Did you cry?

inspiration4

OK, so I know I'm late, but I just watched this EPIC film and... I'm still recovering. I've seen plenty of films that made me tear up, slightly, but this film did what I had previously thought impossible. I BAWLED my eyes out like never before as it was such an emotionally provocative and overwhelming film. And 48 hours later it remains on my mind, the characters and their various plights ingrained on my soul.

I can't explain it, but i know anyone who's seen it can attest to the feelings I've described. So, have you seen it? How did it make you feel? If you haven't witnessed it yet and you have netflix, I suggest you stream it asap, and watch it alone or with someone who you can completely fall apart in front of.

The book was the bestseller of 2005, which the movie was based on.

Vixens

Yes, I was a little disturbed by that one scene with the boy in the alley doing that.... you know.

Georges

Almost

Feather

The book was so popular... But not once did I ever hear about the movie. I didn't even know there was a movie released

inspiration4

"For you, a thousand times over"

Feather

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Though the child actors enjoyed making the film, they and their families have expressed worries about their situation now that the film is done. Ahmad Khan Mahmidzada (young Hassan) said regarding one scene "I want to continue making films and be an actor but the rape scene upset me because my friends will watch it and I won't be able to go outside any more. They will think I was raped."[3] The scene has been depicted in a less harrowing manner than originally planned: there is no nudity in it, not even underpants are exposed; an attack is shown, and a sexual aspect is suggested only very briefly at the end of the scene, by a trousers buckle being undone, trousers being tugged slightly down, and unzipping a fly. Even for that a body double was used.[8]

Initially Zekeria Ebrahimi (young Amir) and Ahmad Mahmidzada were paid $17,500 each, and Ali Dinesh $13,700; some argue that they were underpaid.[3] Additionally, Ebrahimi has said "We want to study in the United States. It's a modern country and more safe than here in Kabul. If I became rich here I would be worried about security. It's dangerous to have money because of the kidnapping."[3] Paramount then relocated the three boy actors playing Amir, Hassan, and Sohrab—and another with a minor role playing Omar—each accompanied by a relative, to the United Arab Emirates.[9] Reportedly the studio accepted responsibility for the boys' living expenses until they reach adulthood, a cost some estimated at up to 500,000 dollars.[10] After living four months in Dubai, Ebrahimi and his aunt returned to Kabul in March 2008. After threats to his life, Ebrahimi lives indoors and is home-schooled by an uncle. He says he wishes he had never been in the movie.[11]

Wow, that's sad.

bobiix

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Originally posted by Feather

The book was so popular... But not once did I ever hear about the movie. I didn't even know there was a movie released

right. i mean i did know about the movie, but i havent seen it. im perfectly fine with the book.

also, i didnt cry. 1000 splendid suns, on the other hand...

inspiration4

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Originally posted by bobiix

right. i mean i did know about the movie, but i havent seen it. im perfectly fine with the book.

also, i didnt cry. 1000 splendid suns, on the other hand...

I just bought the book after watching this movie, as it's said to be as good if not better than "The Kite Runner". But I don't think I'm ready for that rollercoaster again. Not yet.

Feather

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Originally posted by bobiix

right. i mean i did know about the movie, but i havent seen it. im perfectly fine with the book.

also, i didnt cry. 1000 splendid suns, on the other hand...

Yeah, another popular book that I did not know was made into a movie (kind of OT) is "The Time Traveler's Wife". It featured Rachel McAdams, produced by Brad Pitt... Don't know how I missed that.

alstrom

Yes, when I read the book.

Shapes

That ****ing book is overrated trash.

It's a pile of manipulative tripe, and the subtle implication that the book's events actually happened just seals the disingenuous nature of it.

Also, Khaled Hosseini wrote that book like a goddamn Goosebumps novel. Every chapter ends with "and that's when I ran" or "And that's when I knew something was wrong"

Stupid book, overpraised, and shouldn't be taught in school

inspiration4

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Originally posted by Shape

That ****ing book is overrated trash.

It's a pile of manipulative tripe, and the subtle implication that the book's events actually happened just seals the disingenuous nature of it.

Also, Khaled Hosseini wrote that book like a goddamn Goosebumps novel. Every chapter ends with "and that's when I ran" or "And that's when I knew something was wrong"

Stupid book, overpraised, and shouldn't be taught in school

I'ev never seen a person so bothered by a book or it's success. This post wreaks of "failed starbucks wannabe writer", though Im sure thats not the case

DvnR

Is this the controversial book that features a really disturbing child rape scene? I've heard about it but have never seen it.