A young, shy Kurdish soldier who is terrified by the request and eventually flees.

Because the film relies heavily on long takes and philosophical dialogue, having accurate English subtitles is essential to grasp the subtle nuances of these conversations. The film’s brilliance lies in what isn't said as much as what is, and Kiarostami’s patient pacing requires a viewer to be fully immersed in the rhythmic, circular nature of the script.

An elderly man who eventually agrees because he needs the money for his sick child, but who also offers the film's most poignant argument for living—sharing a story of how the simple "taste of cherries" once saved his own life. Why You Need High-Quality Subtitles