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At first glance, Breakfast with Giraffes feels like a film with no direction. There's no traditional story, no hero, no antagonist, no dramatic conflict to resolve. It should be boring. But it's not!

Instead, it quietly slips under your skin. Its surreal atmosphere, restrained yet mesmerizing, pulls you in without asking for permission. I often get restless with films that lack narrative momentum, but this one? I watched it in a single take. No breaks. Just breath held.

The film isn't about plot-it's about presence. About being alive. About death. About that strange, empty space in between where you wonder what any of it means. Every shot feels deliberate, like a philosophical painting you're meant to sit with - or a quiet philosophical scream you're not meant to escape.

There's something in this film that reaches out from the screen and quietly disturbs your soul. The film is loaded with subtle messages about simply existing.

The cast inhabits their roles with disarming honesty, and Soroush Sehat directs with such clarity of emotion that the absence of a conventional structure becomes its greatest strength.

Don't watch this expecting comedy. Watch it if you're ready to feel hollow and full at once. You might not smile-but you might cry. And you definitely won't forget it.

The movie had the potential to be great. The concept was deeply intriguing-a simple situation spiraling into disaster due to a series of wrong choices. The backstory was rich, and thought-provoking, shedding light on the dark lives of ordinary people. It was dark, painful, and emotionally heavy, showing how a simple gathering among friends could turn into a nightmare that ruins lives.

However, despite the brilliance of the premise, the execution fell disappointingly short. The writing lacked depth, failing to fully capitalize on the powerful themes it introduced. The direction, though handled by a talented director, didn't bring out the intensity and nuance the story demanded. The acting was mediocre at best, making it difficult to truly connect with the characters on a deeper level.

Overall, while the film had a strong foundation, its flaws in execution prevented it from reaching the greatness it deserved. It's a movie with an important message, but one that ultimately feels underwhelming due to its lackluster storytelling and direction.