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Life, and Nothing More…
Life, and Nothing More…

Life, and Nothing More…

October 21, 1992· 1h 35m
Directed by
Cinemagraphs Score7.9

After the earthquake of Guilan, a film director and his son travel to the devastated area to search for the actors from the movie the director made there a few years previously. In their search, they see how people who have lost everything in the earthquake still have hope and try to live life to the fullest.

Critics Sentiment

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13 reviews·Last updated 28d ago
Peak Moment

Young couple married despite losing relatives in earthquake

8.7at 55m
Lowest Moment

Director and son change routes multiple times

7.2at 35m
Biggest Swing

The film rises from the potentially tedious route-changing section to the deeply moving married couple story that exemplifies human resilience.

Critics consistently praised Kiarostami's naturalistic approach and the film's authentic portrayal of human resilience in tragedy. The documentary-style realism and moments of everyday normalcy amid devastation resonated strongly with reviewers. While some noted the leisurely pace could occasionally drag, the overall reception celebrated the film's profound humanity and observational power.

13 reviews analyzed|Sources: Imdb
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Director and Pouya start journey to Koker
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Father and son encounter damaged roads and survivors
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Director and son change routes multiple times⬇ Lowest moment
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Director and son finally reach filming village
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Young couple married despite losing relatives in earthquake⬆ Peak moment
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People gather at tents to watch World Cup
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Director's car overheats climbing large hill
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Director picks up tank carrier and drives on
5.0
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