Most recentPopular

‘Paradise at Mother’s Feet’ Review: A Trip to Mecca Takes a Wrong Turn

Variety
film
review
kyrgyzstan
production
Story by Stephen Saito
from Variety
Image from Variety
scrn logline
A bittersweet journey to Mecca goes off the rails in this poignant road movie about a mother and son's determination to reach their holy destination on foot.
beat sheet
  • Director Sadyk Sher-Niyaz's film is a heartfelt exploration of the deep bond between the mother, Asylkan, and her son Ruslan, as they confront physical and emotional challenges on their pilgrimage.
  • Despite its serious themes, the movie offers moments of levity and humor, like when Ruslan and Asylkan's trek is unexpectedly joined by a group of quirky fellow travelers, adding a touch of lightness to their arduous journey.
call sheet
Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, Asylkan, Ruslan, Paradise at Mother's Feet
Read the source