Three Thousand Years of Longing (2022)

Australia, China, United Kingdom

Drama, Fantasy, Romance

FilmNation Entertainment, Elevate Production Finance, Sunac Pictures, Kennedy Miller Mitchell

Tilda Swinton, Idris Elba, Erdil Yaşaroğlu, Sabrina Elba, Sarah Houbolt, Seyithan Özdemir

George Miller

Augusta Miller, George Miller

Taglines: What would you wish for?

mythology, longing, djinn, desire, storytelling, wish fulfillment, genie, public speaking, istanbul, turkey, scholar, lonely woman, wishes, doctorate, romantic

A solitary scholar discovers an ancient bottle while on a trip to Istanbul and unleashes a djinn who offers her three wishes. Filled with reluctance, she is unable to come up with one, so the djinn tries to inspire her with his stories.

Reviews:

Author: msbreviews
MORE SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS @ https://www.msbreviews.com/ "Three Thousand Years of Longing is one of the most ambitious films of the year. Relying on the genuinely charming, mesmerizing performances of Idris Elba and Tilda Swinton, George Miller approaches a famous cautionary tale through a distinctive form of storytelling, focusing on flashbacks narrated by the male protagonist. The multiple stories of the past aren't always fascinating, partially due to the chosen narrative method, which becomes repetitive despite enriching some of the core themes. The immersive, atmospheric visuals elevate the overall piece with significant impact, making this a cinematic experience to leave any viewer contemplating life, desire, loneliness, and happiness." Rating: B+