One Paragraph Review: Offside

There are three things I loved about this movie. First, the plot is a fascinating and touching story that serves as a microcosm for the perils women face in Iran. Second, the film really drew me in because it parallels real time and includes scenes actually filmed during the 2005 Iran v. Bahrain World Cup qualifying match. Third, it was interesting to watch the women who were arrested breaking the law to attend the match try to win over their male guards. A few of the characters were a bit over the top, but I would highly recommend this film.