A Kiss Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for A Kiss.
A Kiss Ending Explained: Abdi, a 12-year-old Syrian refugee living in an asylum shelter in the Netherlands, has fallen in love with the 15-year-old Leyli and wants nothing more than to have her be his partner for the summer disco. Directed by Nima Mohaghegh, this 2018 story film stars Omar Alwan (Abdi), alongside Parmis Amini as Leyli, George Tobal as Father, Walid Taha El Idrissi as Friend 1. Rated 0/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of A Kiss?
Abdi, a 12-year-old Syrian refugee living in an asylum shelter in the Netherlands, has fallen in love with the 15-year-old Leyli and wants nothing more than to have her be his partner for the summer disco. But Abdi lacks the courage to ask Leyli. After finding out that at the end of the week he and his family will be moved to another asylum shelter, our young hero embarks on an unstoppable journey to win over Leyli's heart and to seal it with an intimate kiss. Knowing that if he loses her, he will regret it for the rest of his life.
Nima Mohaghegh's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Omar Alwan (Abdi)'s journey. But Abdi lacks the courage to ask Leyli.
How Does Omar Alwan (Abdi)'s Story End?
- Omar Alwan: Omar Alwan's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Parmis Amini (Leyli): Parmis Amini's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- George Tobal (Father): George Tobal's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of A Kiss Mean?
The ending of A Kiss brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Omar Alwan's story may not satisfy all audiences.