first serious review omg!!!
this is dog shit compared to the book. It’s so rushed and theres no emotional depth to it. They dont let any of the moments breathe which is what hurts the movie significantly. they tried to put almost everything that happened in the book but forgot to add the build up to those moments. If you didnt read the book the movie just looks confusing.

first serious review omg!!!
this is dog shit compared to the book. It’s so rushed and theres no emotional depth to it. They dont let any of the moments breathe which is what hurts the movie significantly. they tried to put almost everything that happened in the book but forgot to add the build up to those moments. If you didnt read the book the movie just looks confusing.

It’s a good movie, mostly for the plot and some nice visuals. The acting however is close to painful sometimes. I might have liked it better if I had not read the book first, but i know that is an unfair position to put this movie into when the book is just beyond great and incredibly hard for a movie with such little time to actually hold a chance against. 


If you liked the movie and want to know of even more devastating but clever details and subplots (also cry rivers), read the book, it’s definitely worth it.

It’s a good movie, mostly for the plot and some nice visuals. The acting however is close to painful sometimes. I might have liked it better if I had not read the book first, but i know that is an unfair position to put this movie into when the book is just beyond great and incredibly hard for a movie with such little time to actually hold a chance against. 


If you liked the movie and want to know of even more devastating but clever details and subplots (also cry rivers), read the book, it’s definitely worth it.

“for you a thousand times over”

oh my goodness this was so beautiful. i wasn’t expecting to be this touched due to the large amount of low reviews but gosh did this make me cry. definitely will be reading the book when i get time.

“for you a thousand times over”

oh my goodness this was so beautiful. i wasn’t expecting to be this touched due to the large amount of low reviews but gosh did this make me cry. definitely will be reading the book when i get time.

Watching The Kite Runner hit differently for me because I’m Afghan. A lot of movies show Afghanistan in such a distant or stereotypical way, but seeing parts of the culture, the language, and the childhood moments in Kabul made it feel way more personal. The early scenes almost feel warm and nostalgic before everything starts getting heavier.
The relationship between Amir and Hassan is honestly what makes the movie so painful to watch. Hassan’s loyalty is so pure that it almost hurts, and seeing how one moment changes Amir’s entire life just sits with you. The guilt he carries feels frustrating at times, but also very human.
For me the movie wasn’t just about friendship or redemption, it also felt like a reminder of how complicated Afghan history and identity can be, especially when war and displacement change everything. It’s not a comfortable watch, but it’s one that felt really personal.
Not a movie I’d say I “enjoyed,” but definitely one that stayed with me
As much as I cherish the movie, I prefer the book…

Watching The Kite Runner hit differently for me because I’m Afghan. A lot of movies show Afghanistan in such a distant or stereotypical way, but seeing parts of the culture, the language, and the childhood moments in Kabul made it feel way more personal. The early scenes almost feel warm and nostalgic before everything starts getting heavier.
The relationship between Amir and Hassan is honestly what makes the movie so painful to watch. Hassan’s loyalty is so pure that it almost hurts, and seeing how one moment changes Amir’s entire life just sits with you. The guilt he carries feels frustrating at times, but also very human.
For me the movie wasn’t just about friendship or redemption, it also felt like a reminder of how complicated Afghan history and identity can be, especially when war and displacement change everything. It’s not a comfortable watch, but it’s one that felt really personal.
Not a movie I’d say I “enjoyed,” but definitely one that stayed with me
As much as I cherish the movie, I prefer the book…

I havent read the book everyone else is talking about but with no previous context of this story I did greatly enjoy it. Was sad and had nice shots

I havent read the book everyone else is talking about but with no previous context of this story I did greatly enjoy it. Was sad and had nice shots