‘Supporting Role’ Review: Dato Bakhtadze Captivates in a Nocturnal Odyssey Through Tbilisi

A new film called 'Supporting Role' is now playing in competition at Sarajevo. It is about a Georgian movie star named Niaz who goes on a journey through Tbilisi. The film is directed by Ana Urushadze.
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A new film called 'Supporting Role' is now playing in competition at Sarajevo. It is about a Georgian movie star named Niaz who goes on a journey through Tbilisi. The film is directed by Ana Urushadze. Niaz is a lumbering movie star who is no longer famous. He walks through the streets of Tbilisi at night.
Why it matters
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- What is the name of the film?
- The film is called 'Supporting Role'.
- Who is the director of the film?
- The film is directed by Ana Urushadze.
- Where is the film playing?
- The film is playing in competition at Sarajevo.
How outlets are framing the same story
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The outlets frame the story as a positive review of the film, highlighting its unique atmosphere and the performance of the lead actor.
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The film is a surreal and melancholic journey through Tbilisi.
Sources1TypeAngleVarietycompares it to Jim Jarmusch's style
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The film is a unique and captivating story about a movie star's journey.
Sources1TypeAngleVarietyemphasizes the lead actor's performance