What happens when an irresistible force meets an immovable object? Solo (Souleymane Sy Savane) is a Senagalese cabbie with a pretty good outlook on life. He seems to be always smiling. He meets William (Red West), who wants a ride 10 days from now to the top of a mountain to a place called Blowing Rock. He doesn't plan to return.
Solo takes it upon himself to save this man, and William is just as determined to ignore him and proceed with his mission.
There are no cute lines. The film is real. It is about how real humans interact and it takes place in a real place. You are captivated watching the dance between the two over the 10 days.
At the time all this is playing out, Solo is dealing with troubles on the home front, and working to get accepted into flight attendant school.
You'll have to interpret the ending for yourself.
Ramin Bahrani follows up his two previous greats (Chop Shop, Man Push Cart) with another winner.
Solo takes it upon himself to save this man, and William is just as determined to ignore him and proceed with his mission.
There are no cute lines. The film is real. It is about how real humans interact and it takes place in a real place. You are captivated watching the dance between the two over the 10 days.
At the time all this is playing out, Solo is dealing with troubles on the home front, and working to get accepted into flight attendant school.
You'll have to interpret the ending for yourself.
Ramin Bahrani follows up his two previous greats (Chop Shop, Man Push Cart) with another winner.