As a psychological horror film directed by Iranian filmmaker Babak Anvari. Under The Shadow combines paranormal aspects with the 1980s Iran-Iraq War as its backdrop.
With relation to Iranian culture, the movie emphasizes issues like alienation, gender roles in a patriarchal society, and the role of religion in daily life. Shideh, the single mother who plays the main character, is caught between the expectations of being a good mother and her desire to pursue a profession in medicine. The movie also examines the widespread apprehension that the Iranian people experienced throughout the war.
In terms of cinematography, the film features a dark atmosphere that immerses the audience in the same sense of foreboding and claustrophobia experienced by the characters. But, unlike many Hollywood horror films, this one does not mainly rely on jump scares or overly overdone special effects.
Overall, Under the Shadow is an interesting film to watch from the standpoint of Iranian culture, offering a unique perspective on the internal and external issues suffered by the Iranian people during the Iran-Iraq War.
With relation to Iranian culture, the movie emphasizes issues like alienation, gender roles in a patriarchal society, and the role of religion in daily life. Shideh, the single mother who plays the main character, is caught between the expectations of being a good mother and her desire to pursue a profession in medicine. The movie also examines the widespread apprehension that the Iranian people experienced throughout the war.
In terms of cinematography, the film features a dark atmosphere that immerses the audience in the same sense of foreboding and claustrophobia experienced by the characters. But, unlike many Hollywood horror films, this one does not mainly rely on jump scares or overly overdone special effects.
Overall, Under the Shadow is an interesting film to watch from the standpoint of Iranian culture, offering a unique perspective on the internal and external issues suffered by the Iranian people during the Iran-Iraq War.