Directed by Nora Twomey.
An inspiring and luminously animated tale of hope about the power of stories to sustain hope and carry us through dark times.
Executive producer Angelina Jolie and Academy Award-nominated director Nora Twomey bring Deborah Ellis’ bestselling YA novel to the big screen with authenticity and heart, sharing a remarkable story of undaunted courage and strength that is equal parts thrilling and enchanting.
Meet Parvana, an 11-year-old girl growing up under Taliban rule in Afghanistan. After the wrongful arrest of her father, Parvana cuts off her hair and dresses like a boy to support her family, soon discovering a new world of freedom—and danger. Drawing strength from the fantastical stories she invents, Parvana embarks on an epic quest to find her father and reunite her family.
PLEASE NOTE: Some scenes may be intense for young viewers, including children in danger, a brief scene with a dog being hit, a woman being beaten, men with guns, and instances of violence and conflict.
“A glorious demonstration of the power of myth to deal with brutal reality, and the power of truth to animate myth.”
Animated Feature
94 minutes,
Canada/Ireland/Luxembourg, 2017.
Rating: PG
Recommended for: Ages 13+