The Breadwinner
GKIDS | Release Date: November 17, 2017
8.0
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Generally favorable reviews based on 79 Ratings
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annbdApr 15, 2018
Sometimes, we are so absorbed by our own personal problems, located in the simple everyday life. Most today's man's concerns relate to less important and life-threatening things. Then we need films, that act in a stimulating way, make usSometimes, we are so absorbed by our own personal problems, located in the simple everyday life. Most today's man's concerns relate to less important and life-threatening things. Then we need films, that act in a stimulating way, make us holding our hands up and make us think in a more sober way, seeing thing in other level of perception .

Honestly said, this animation is not for children with it's brutality, but definitely for mature people, who need this enriching knowledge of the contemporary world, simply because this is real life for some people and knowing it, will help others to realize many things.… Expand
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IndieCritApr 22, 2018
A negative score for this movie? They are a monster. I probably thought it was better than what others thought, but here I go. It's a beautiful tale of a girl who cuts her hair and pretends to be a boy to provide for her family inA negative score for this movie? They are a monster. I probably thought it was better than what others thought, but here I go. It's a beautiful tale of a girl who cuts her hair and pretends to be a boy to provide for her family in Afghanistan, as Taliban (a sexist terrorist group) threatens them. As the country is on the brink of war, they must flee, but Parvana must look for her father. Then there is also a fairy tale (will not spoil it) with beautiful animation. I have not seen "The Secret of Kells" but I want to. I recommend, but it can get very dark at some times.… Expand
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BrunoVn00Mar 31, 2019
The Breadwinner is a good movie with a subject matter not commonly found in animated movies nowadays about an Afghanan girl forced to dress like a boy in order to rescue her father who was arrested in an unfair manner. This is obviously notThe Breadwinner is a good movie with a subject matter not commonly found in animated movies nowadays about an Afghanan girl forced to dress like a boy in order to rescue her father who was arrested in an unfair manner. This is obviously not aimed towards children and that's a good thing because they can have some dark moments without thinking that "it would be innappropriate for children".

The Good:
-The animation looks nice. This movie shows that 2D animation still has potential even in a CGI era of animation.
-The dark subject matter this movie is about.
-The dialogue was good for the most part.

The Bad:
-Maybe the fact that it gets a little repetitive during the second act and the ending is pretty predictable. Obviously it's still satisfying but after reading the premise before watching it I pretty much predicted the ending, and I was right.
-I think some characters are underused. By that I mean that they could be a lot better developed if only they had more screen time and things to do.
-The character design looked a little lighthearted for the tone this movie had, but I understand that's the art style from Cartoon Saloon.

These are just little nitpicks I have and doesn't ruin the experience nor it changes my mind on this movie. It's not a terrible movie, it's not a bad movie, it's not an average movie and it's not a masterpiece either, it's a good movie that I actually enjoyed and I recommend it.… Expand
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JLuis_001Feb 21, 2018
If there's a lesson this film has taught me beyond its excellent yet harsh and rough theme, is that sometimes such good stories regardless of the medium in which they are told will be lost to popular consumerism.

The Breadwinner is a moreIf there's a lesson this film has taught me beyond its excellent yet harsh and rough theme, is that sometimes such good stories regardless of the medium in which they are told will be lost to popular consumerism.

The Breadwinner is a more complete, more focused and much more emotional film than the one who will stole all the attention in the category of animated films in the Oscars this year, I'm talking about Coco.
And I don't care about the prize, the prize is merely symbolic, what this film needs, is more attention because its undeniable quality deserves it.

Obviously this is not a film aimed to children and yet they can watch it and I'm aware its narrative isn't so fluid but it's a great movie and I'll gladly recommend it to anyone.… Expand
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Dostoyevsky3Jan 10, 2022
The Breadwinner is an intriguing, suspenseful, and exotically animated experience. Full of heartfelt character relationships and a thought-provoking parable that will leave you curious of its meaning.
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TyranianApr 7, 2020
Really good visually but the story plods along a bit. Voice acting is decent.
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8
Iky009Jan 4, 2019
Wilken Vieira
25 de julho de 2018 · " Um filme inegavelmente poderoso, um conto poético encravado no início dos conflitos turbulentos do Afeganistão. "
Não me arrisco dizer que longe me lembrou um pouco, uma obra-prima que li à alguns anosWilken Vieira
25 de julho de 2018 · " Um filme inegavelmente poderoso, um conto poético encravado no início dos conflitos turbulentos do Afeganistão. "

Não me arrisco dizer que longe me lembrou um pouco, uma obra-prima que li à alguns anos atrás, sua semelhança, mesmo pequena me despertou uma curiosidade, porém THE BREADWINNER é bem mais leve e menos brutal que, mas se engana quem ache que é apenas um filme morno, muito pelo contrário, aqui sua grandeza impactante não se mede com pura violência, mas… Expand
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DavidWasHereMar 10, 2018
I always love Cartoon Saloon when it comes to their movies. While they only have (to date) three animated films, the Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, and now the Breadwinner, they are one of the best animated studios making beautifulI always love Cartoon Saloon when it comes to their movies. While they only have (to date) three animated films, the Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, and now the Breadwinner, they are one of the best animated studios making beautiful animation with unique character design, interesting and stimulating visual layouts of backgrounds and worlds, and constantly changing from styles and storytelling. For this film, the Breadwinner is the company's most political and arguably personal film. While the story is fictitious, as the original author interviewed refugees from Afghanistan to depict Taliban-era life, specifically for women who live during this patriarchal period, it will definitely resonate with anyone, largely female, who have been either oppressed or doubted. But really anyone can get behind the film's central character and family through hardship, happiness, triumphs, and sadness, and getting a perspective on another life!… Expand
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alejandro970Jun 17, 2018
One of best examples of traditional animation, mixing elements of afghan mythology and a deep, cutting reflexion of a nation where preveals intolerance against women. A best example there`s does exists life beyond Disney.
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Grueny7Mar 6, 2018
The Breadwinner excels at narrative storytelling by mixing a fabled subplot with a darker and more depressing main plot. These differences are accented by the change in animation and unique visuals. Cartoon Saloon's third feature leaves theThe Breadwinner excels at narrative storytelling by mixing a fabled subplot with a darker and more depressing main plot. These differences are accented by the change in animation and unique visuals. Cartoon Saloon's third feature leaves the joyous Irish mythology from The Secret of Kells, and Song of the Sea but keeps the heart and soul needed for this all too important look into Afghani history and culture.… Expand
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sebastianaliJul 16, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Breadwinner no sera una de las mejores películas animadas, pero sin duda alguna es una que destaca. Me gusto como refleja la vida de esa época, la animación y la historia oscura, que esto es muy raro de ver en películas animadas. Mas o menos pasado 1/4 de la película nos cuentan como una segunda historia, ligada de manera metafórica a la trama principal. Algunos problemas que puede llegar a tener la película es que esta segunda historia no aporta casi nada a la trama, tranquilamente uno se la puede llegar a saltear y uno no pierde nada, ademas de que hay pocos personajes y variedad de escenarios. Ademas no explica si Parvana y Baba se reunieron con su familia o que se cuente un poquitito mas sobre la guerra que estaba habiendo, o como Rafaq pudo deshacerse del guardia con la AK, pero quitando lo malo, sin duda alguna es una gran película y voy a alabar que sea muy seria, porque películas animadas SERIAS de verdad sin un humor estúpido e infantil como es costumbre a día de hoy (que por cierto odio bastante), hay muy pocas.… Expand
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PLEEZER007Oct 11, 2019
A animated movie that presents some harsh realities of what real people in other countries deal with. Being animated makes the movie know less real in its character portrayals and the emotions the feel and express. A real masterpiece andA animated movie that presents some harsh realities of what real people in other countries deal with. Being animated makes the movie know less real in its character portrayals and the emotions the feel and express. A real masterpiece and shining example of why animation can be more real than real life.… Expand
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bradens584Dec 20, 2020
The Breadwinner is breathtaking in every way. The story is great, but so, so sad. The acting is terrific. Visually, it is absolutely brilliant. It uses its 2D animation style to its advantage to create some awesome scenes. Directed by NoraThe Breadwinner is breathtaking in every way. The story is great, but so, so sad. The acting is terrific. Visually, it is absolutely brilliant. It uses its 2D animation style to its advantage to create some awesome scenes. Directed by Nora Twomey, the Breadwinner follows Parvana, an 11 year old Afghan girl who pretends to be a boy to provide for her family after her father was arrested by the Taliban. But instead of painting a black and white picture of Afghanistan, it takes the time to show the great aspects of the people and culture, but it doesn’t shy away from the ugliness that is prevalent throughout these countries. A relevant film to watch in this day and age, highly recommended.… Expand
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DogeGamer2015Apr 20, 2021
Cartoon Saloon nos muestra una conmovedora historia en Afganistán; la trama es buena, los personajes son carismáticos, la animación es excelente y la banda sonora es muy buena; la recomiendo mucho.
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YouchlolSep 26, 2020
A powerful and emotional story about gender roles, a really well executed massage. Characters that are feel very human and unforgettable experience of a movie. This is a must watch for everyone. This is another fantastic film from cartoonA powerful and emotional story about gender roles, a really well executed massage. Characters that are feel very human and unforgettable experience of a movie. This is a must watch for everyone. This is another fantastic film from cartoon saloon that is one of the best animated features of all time!… Expand
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