Armaghan Houshmand

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  • in reply to: Vertigo Movie Analysis in Film Criticism Course #125658
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    Vertigo” is a 1958 film about a detective who is asked by his friend to follow his wife because she has been acting strange. Throughout the story, his fear of heights becomes a challenge for him. “Vertigo” is one of Alfred Hitchcock’s famous works. It was truly brilliant, considering the fact that it was built almost 70 years ago.

    Armaghan Houshmand
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    I watched Terminator 1 several years ago, and I must mention that, although “Judgment Day” was a sequel, it was a very successful movie, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Sequel movies usually bore me, but that wasn’t the case with this one. I am very glad I watched this movie, and it was quite a lengthy one as well.

    Armaghan Houshmand
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    This movie is a biographical film about J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the father of the atomic bomb. He served as the director of the Manhattan Project during World War II.
    I found this movie to be great in many aspects: Directing, acting, cinematography, and music. The combination of these elements was perfect.
    Before watching this movie, I had no knowledge of Oppenheimer and his team’s work. This film gave me valuable insights into the events of those years and the creation of the atomic bomb.

    Armaghan Houshmand
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    I watched this animation for the first time when it was released. It tells the story of a girl’s emotions and explores the reasons behind her reactions. For example, it reveals the underlying causes of her quick temper and irritability. I also appreciated how the film highlighted the fact that joy and happiness aren’t always the best solutions to problems; sometimes we need to cry in order to improve our mood.

    in reply to: Hitler The Rise of Evil Move Review in Film Criticism #124463
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    The movie was about Hitler and his life, from his childhood to his rise as a dictator and his descent into evil. It depicts how he became who he was and his reasons for his hatred towards Jews. The movie was not easy to watch, but the main actor, Robert Carlyle, did a great job.

    in reply to: The Experiment Movie Review in Film Criticism Course #124043
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    This movie (The Experiment) was difficult for me to watch. I had to look away from the screen a few times. The film is based on a real prison experiment conducted in 1971 to examine whether people would conform to the social roles of a prison guard and prisoner, much like the saying “the strong eat the weak.” I found myself wanting to judge the behavior of the prison guards and blame them for the conflicts, brutality, and barbarism in the mock experiment. However, I realized that any one of us in their shoes would probably have acted the same way. It’s human nature and violence instinct sometimes according to human history seems unavoidable.

    in reply to: Arrival Movie Review in Film Criticism Course Forum #123968
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    While watching this movie, I kept my eyes on the screen the whole time. The sound editing and actings were fascinating and mind blowing.
    The movie raised the questions about having free will, circular/linear time and having the ability to know the future.
    The plot also had spiritual aspects. The aspects of living in the moment and embracing them.
    This movie made me think for quite a long time, even till this day I question myself what would I do if I knew the future. Would I change things? Or i would just let it happen and count it as destiny and fate.

    in reply to: Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost #123961
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    I found this poem lovely and gratifying.
    For me it evoked senses of loneliness and gloominess.
    The narrator had the desire to stay longer and enjoy the forest, but due to his responsibilities it was impossible.

    in reply to: Million Dollar Baby Movie Analysis in Film Criticism #123742
    Armaghan Houshmand
    Participant

    I have watched this movie a few years ago for the first time and since, it haven’t gotten out of my head.
    It was heart breaking, sad and touching.
    I was also inspired my Maggie’s endeavor and determination.
    ** Spoiler Alert:
    I also got from the movie that death can also be the path to freedom and liberation. Maggie was a dear to Frankie but after he saw her suffering and her affliction, at last he let her go.

    in reply to: Click Movie Analysis and Review in Film Criticism Course #123564
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    I enjoyed the second half of the movie more, as that’s when it revealed a deeper meaning and message. The film’s main point is that every minute and moment of life is essential and crucial, so they should not be viewed as a burden or misfortune. Looking back from the future, you may miss these events. Additionally, it’s important to enjoy life and spend more time with your family.

    in reply to: About Schmidt Movie Analysis in Film Criticism Course #123400
    Armaghan Houshmand
    Participant

    I have too admit that at first the movie bored me.
    But as I went through the movie it became more interesting and I was really curious to see whether Schmidt can prevent the wedding or not.
    Secondly, I kept asking what the movie is trying to say and here is what I found: Warren asked himself whether he had a positive effect on life and the earth and at the end he got a letter from the six-year-old African boy (Ndugu), whom he have never met and his painting that they were holding hands. Ndugu was happy to have Schmidt.

    in reply to: Ex Machina Movie Analysis in Film Criticism Course #123261
    Armaghan Houshmand
    Participant

    Well this movie really got mee thinking.
    Through the movie I kept thinking how can it be possible that an AL have feelings? Like to have a crush on sb.
    Spoiler Alert:
    And the movie got me. I really believed that Ava liked Caleb and there were going to escape together. But it tured out No. She was just using Caleb and his feelings to get out of there. And maybe she saw him as a threat to her secret ( being a robot ), so she decided to leave him trapped. That means she didn’t have any sense of sympathy.
    But she confessed that she hated Nathan to himself. Was that also a part of her escape plan or she really had feelings? That is the thing I am not sure about.

    in reply to: Spirit Stallion of the Cimarron Analysis and Review #122934
    Armaghan Houshmand
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    The theme of this animation was freedom. Like the name of the main track ” Homeland”, freedom is presented in this cartoon by being at home and where you are with your family.
    The story occurs during the war between indigenous people and the U.S. government. A Stallion got caught by humans due to his excessive curiosity. Through the movie, he tries to find a way home.

    in reply to: Soul Movie Review and Analysis in Film Criticism Forum #122683
    Armaghan Houshmand
    Participant

    This is an very inspiring animation, which I first watched when it came out back in 2020 and rewatched it.
    I liked this aspect that a spark isn’t the purpose of life but the enthusiasm to live. Simply noticing and enjoying the tiniest, simplest details of life, like when these got 22’s attention and filled her last spot.

    in reply to: Good Will Hunting Movie Review in Film Criticism Course #122577
    Armaghan Houshmand
    Participant

    The theme of this movie was child abuse and traumas of the past which Will was dealing with. Although he was a genuis, he still got lots of mental issues. When he met Robin Williams he slowly faced his past.
    It was a nice movie with many lessons and quotes, but it wasn’t my favorite.

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