Amir, a privileged Pashtun boy, is friends with Hassan, his Hazara servant. They have been close since childhood and together take part in kite‑flying competitions. Both lost their mothers, so Amir’s father treats Hassan as his own child, often even more indulgently than his real son. Because of this, Amir sometimes feels conflicting emotions toward his friend and develops a constant desire to win his father’s approval.
Thus, in a critical moment, when Hassan is attacked by the sadistic Assef, Amir, frightened, runs away, saving the trophy from the competition to show his father and gain his praise. Yet the burden of betrayal begins to destroy their long‑standing friendship, and it is uncertain whether there will be a chance to make things right — especially when Hassan and his father Ali leave Amir’s family.
