Review of Daughter of the Nile

This is not a great film but quietly effective nevertheless. Little happens in the traditional sense for this is more or less set within a cramped space within a small holding. We see a young girl looking after her younger sister, her father, to some extent her grandfather whilst also trying to reign in the criminal tendencies of her older brother who is ever chasing off to Taiwan's capital Taipei. The neon streaked streets and cafes and restaurants contrast with the dull domestic life but it is the static way these scenes are shot that gives the film its distinct look. We see part of a room, some of it reflected, perhaps a half opened door and people move in and out of frame. At times this appears to be some non narrative experimental film but just enough information is provided to maintain our interest and keep the film moving forward. Just about anyway!