Tatami

2023

Action / Drama / Sport / Thriller

7
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Certified Fresh 93% · 29 reviews
IMDb Rating 7.4/10 10 2668 2.7K

women's rights iranian regime political mystery sports drama suspense thriller sincere

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Plot summary

Iranian female judokas Leila and her coach Maryam, travel to the Judo World Championship, intent on bringing home Iran’s first gold medal. Midway through the Judo World Championships, they receive an ultimatum from the Islamic Republic ordering Leila to fake an injury and lose, or she will be branded a traitor of the state. With her own and her family’s freedom at stake, Leila is faced with an impossible choice: comply with the Iranian regime as her coach Maryam implores her to do, or fight on, for the gold.

Director

Zahra Amir Ebrahimi Photo
Zahra Amir Ebrahimi

Top cast

Jaime Ray Newman Photo
Jaime Ray Newman as Stacey Travis
Nadine Marshall Photo
Nadine Marshall as Jean Claire Abriel
Arienne Mandi Photo
Arienne Mandi as Leila Hosseini
Zahra Amir Ebrahimi Photo
Zahra Amir Ebrahimi as Maryam Ghanbari
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952.88 MB
1280*960
Persian 2.0
NR
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24 fps
1 hr 43 min
Seeds 8
1.91 GB
1440*1080
Persian 5.1
NR
Subtitles us  ar  nl  fr  de  it  es  
24 fps
1 hr 43 min
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954.71 MB
1280*958
Persian 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  ar  nl  fr  de  it  es  
24 fps
1 hr 43 min
Seeds 7
1.92 GB
1440*1078
Persian 5.1
NR
Subtitles us  ar  nl  fr  de  it  es  
24 fps
1 hr 43 min
Seeds 13

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by Hakihiko 8 / 10

Tension and Grace in a Powerful Setting

"Tatami" is a compelling and emotionally charged drama that manages to deliver both a strong personal story and a quietly intense political message. Set within the competitive world of judo, the film uses the sport as a backdrop to explore themes of identity, pressure, and silent resistance.What makes this movie stand out is its grounded realism-both in the visual style and the emotional performances. The direction is tight, often using close shots and a limited color palette to create a sense of confinement and tension, reflecting the protagonist's inner turmoil. The lead performance is especially gripping, conveying so much with restraint and subtle expressions.The story never tries to oversell its message, and yet it hits hard when it needs to. Some parts may feel a bit slow, but that pacing works in favor of the quiet pressure building throughout the film."Tatami" is a thoughtful, nuanced film that speaks volumes with silence. A strong piece of cinema that leaves a lasting impression.
Reviewed by mariosbenjamin 7 / 10

A Powerful Reflection on Freedom and Sacrifice

When I started watching Tatami, I thought I knew what to expect. It felt like it might be a documentary, straightforward and predictable. But soon, the film surprised me, and its tone shifted to something intense and powerful. I quickly felt the characters' restrictions, especially how trapped the main character, Leila, was. The square aspect ratio-which I found odd at first-ended up being the perfect choice. It made the story feel tight and confined, letting me feel every bit of tension. I started noticing every shot and angle, each one adding to the atmosphere.The movie gave me a new perspective on the struggles these athletes face. It's sad to think about, and it's even sadder to know that, whether it's just as we see in the film or what we sometimes see on the news, people actually live like this. It's heartbreaking how communities can be torn apart by politics and control. The film touched me deeply, exposing the sickness of a system that can manipulate and break people for its own ends.It's a shame Tatami hasn't gotten more attention. With its unique style and powerful story, it deserves to be seen by more people. It isn't just a movie; it's a look into the lives of people whose stories often go unheard.
Reviewed by keller-20652 9 / 10

Filmed like a docu because the subject is completely realistic and true

I recommend viewers after the film to go to Wikipedia and read about the reality of the real life of the actress who wonderfully portrays the coach Amir Zar Ebrahimi, and also co-director with Guy Nativ in this film. It can be said that the judoka in the film tells the story of her own experiences after she was forced to flee Iran at the last minute to France, after the authorities wanted to imprison her for 6 years, 99 lashes, and a ban on working as an actress in the country, because of her alleged sex tape that was leaked to the net. The film accurately depicts reality The insanity of a country, which also pushes its sports into a corner through mental and physical pressure, as happened to the athlete who dared to compete without a head covering and "disappeared". The film is a message to the degenerate and hypocritical world of who Iran is since the Islamic revolution, what is the fate of women in the country and how at the end of the day They look to the side and do not help the women there.

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