Iran: A Cinematographic Revolution (2006)
3.9 of 5 from 45 ratings
1h 38min
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- Synopsis:
Today Iranian cinema is one of the most highly regarded national cinemas in the world, regularly winning festival awards and critical acclaim for films which combine remarkable artistry and social relevance. 'Iran: A Cinematographic Revolution' traces the development of this film industry, which has always been closely intertwined with the country's tumultuous political history, from the decades-long reign of Reza Shah Pahlevi and his son, the rise of Khomeini and the birth of the Islamic Republic, the seizure by militants of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, and the devastating war with Iraq. The documentary explores this history through a compelling blend of archival footage, excerpts from representative and landmark Iranian films, and interviews with Iranian filmmakers, film critics, film historians, and government and film industry executives. In the process, 'Iran: A Cinematographic Revolution' reveals the changing social functions of Iranian cinema and the artistic struggle of its filmmakers. - Actors:
- Mohsen Makhmalbaf, Dariush Mehrjui, Amir Naderi, Rakhshan Bani-Etemad, Jafar Panahi
- Directors:
- Nader T. Homayoun
- Writers:
- Nicolas Bertrand, Nader T. Homayoun
- Aka:
- L'Iran: une révolution cinématographique
- Genres:
- Documentary, Special Interest
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