The Chicken Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Chicken.
The Chicken Ending Explained: As a present for her 6th birthday, Selma gets a live chicken. Directed by Una Gunjak, this 2014 drama film stars Iman Alibalić (Selma), alongside Esma Alić as Azra, Mirela Lambić as Sabina, Mario Knezović as Emko. Rated 7.2/10 by audiences, the conclusion brings the story to a satisfying close.
What Happens at the End of The Chicken?
As a present for her 6th birthday, Selma gets a live chicken. When she realises the animal is going to be killed to feed the family, she decides to save it and set it free, unaware of the high stakes such action will lead to.
Una Gunjak's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Iman Alibalić (Selma)'s journey. When she realises the animal is going to be killed to feed the family, she decides to save it and set it free, unaware of the high stakes such action will lead to.
How Does Iman Alibalić (Selma)'s Story End?
- Iman Alibalić: Iman Alibalić's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Una Gunjak delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 0h 15m runtime.
- Esma Alić (Azra): Esma Alić's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Mirela Lambić (Sabina): Mirela Lambić's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Chicken Mean?
The ending of The Chicken ties together the narrative threads involving Iman Alibalić. Una Gunjak chooses a conclusion that prioritizes thematic consistency over surprise, resulting in an ending that rewards viewers who engaged with the story's central themes.