The Blue Caftan
The Blue Caftan
Halim and Mina run a traditional caftan store in one of Morocco's oldest medinas. In order to keep up with demanding customers, they hire a talented young man as an apprentice. Slowly Mina realises how much her husband is moved by his presence.
Varun reviewedOctober 19, 2024
The close up cinematography in this film is so special and it also works because all the actors are just too goddamn good. So much is conveyed in their subtle expressions and looks that no words are required. The story was beautiful and even though it had some devastating moments, it flowed in a graceful way, mimicking the silky smoothness of the caftan. I’m glad this wasn’t cliche or typical like some other modern lgbtq+ stories. The relationships in this movie were complex, realistic and treated with respect and it goes to show how different types of love can exist for multiple people. For Halim to keep up with his difficultly exquisite and dying craft, manage his wife’s illness and suppress his innermost desires and authentic self, and still manage to be a noble man at the end of the day, it is so commendable how he has been able to silently manage this gargantuan balancing act. It was well worth the wait to see the blue caftan at the stunning conclusion of the film. There’s so much more to say about the story but in the interest of not spoiling anything I just implore y’all to experience this amazing film for yourself.