Revolution Evolution

Kite Runner: The Movie

There's understated socio-moral commentary that runs parallel to this film. There are so many potential take-aways that one could have after watching "The Kite Runner", because every visual has popped out into reality. When you read Hosseini's book, you are able to selectively extract every ounce of meaning that you "want" to concentrate on based on your perception. The backdrop of war, and torn lives that it results in. The injuries of lost innocence, that sustain a lifetime. Friendships that last beyond time, without actual contact.

But the essential element of The Kite Runner is the undisputed and internal battle between good and bad, within your soul. And hence the film's tagline, "There's a way to be good again".

There's not much that can be said about a film/book which were as genuine and touching as this one. Even if the viewer is unaware of the intricacies of the Hazara/Afghan communities, the movie is able to provide a clear and unbiased viewpoint - which all can perceive easily. The second half of the film is truly heartwarming, especially the last scene where Amir runs the kite for Sohrab, the way Sohrab's father used to.

What is creditable is that The Kite Runner is able to say so much, without talking. To teach so much, without preaching. To express so much, without overt display.

Its more about what's understated in this film, than what is shown on screen.