Direction: Abbas Kiarostami

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Hossain Sabzian · Mohsen Makhmalbaf

Synopsis Close-up (1990) delves into the intriguing tale of an impassioned cinephile who assumes the identity of renowned filmmaker Mohsen Makmalbaf. This thought-provoking documentary explores the essence of art and the boundaries of reality and fiction, weaving a narrative that challenges...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Babek Ahmad Poor · Ahmed Ahmed Poor · Kheda Barech Defai · Iran Outari

Synopsis Where is the Friend's Home? (1987) follows the journey of a young boy named Hamed who inadvertently takes home a classmate's notebook. Determined to rectify his mistake, Hamed embarks on a quest to return the notebook, navigating the challenges of...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Farhad Kheradmand · Buba Bayour · Hocine Rifahi · Ferhendeh Feydi

Synopsis And Life Goes On… (1992) is a poignant film both penned and directed by Abbas Kiarostami, set against the backdrop of a devastating earthquake. The narrative follows a film director and his young son as they journey through the rural...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Hossein Rezai · Tahereh Ladanian · Zariefh Shiva · Farhad Kheradmand

Synopsis Through the Olive Trees (1994) delves into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of a film set, specifically focusing on the interactions between the director and the cast during the production of "Zendegi Edame Darad" (1992). The narrative revolves around a local couple...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Mania Akbari · Amin Maher · Kamran Adl · Roya Arabshahi

Synopsis Ten (2002) presents a unique cinematic exploration through a series of ten dialogues between a woman behind the wheel and the diverse individuals she encounters along her journey. The film delves into the social dynamics and interactions that unfold during...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Behzad Dourani · Noghre Asadi · Bahman Ghobadi · Shahpour Ghobadi

Synopsis The Wind Will Carry Us (1999) follows Behzad, a modern and somewhat disdainful city engineer, who travels to a remote village in Iran to await the impending death of an elderly relative. Throughout his stay, Behzad's interactions with the villagers...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Hassan Darabi · Masud Zandbegleh · Mostafa Tari · Hassan Arab

Synopsis The Traveller (1974) follows the journey of a young grade-school boy who, feeling overlooked by his parents, resorts to deceit, dishonesty, and petty theft to gather sufficient funds. His ultimate goal is to secure a bus ticket to a bustling...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Homayoun Ershadi · Abdolrahman Bagueri · Safar Ali Moradi · Afshin Khorshid Bakhtiari

Synopsis Taste of Cherry (1997) follows an unnamed Iranian man who embarks on a journey in his vehicle, seeking an individual who will discreetly inter him beneath a cherry tree following his planned suicide. The film delves into themes of existential...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Babak Ahmadpoor · Farhang Akhavan · Mohammad Reza Nematzadeh · Abbas Kiarostami

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Abbas Kiarostami

Synopsis 10 on Ten (Ten on Ten) (2004) presents a captivating journey through the creative process of renowned filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami. This documentary offers an intimate look into the making of his acclaimed film "Ten," providing a unique behind-the-scenes perspective. Through...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Hossein Yar Mohammadi · Andre Gwalovich · Parviz Naderi · Mostafa Tari

Synopsis The Experience (1973) follows the journey of a young orphan who works and resides at a photography studio. His life revolves around his dream to be closer to a girl from a higher social class, who has captured his heart....

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Kurosh Afsharpanah · Shohreh Aghdashloo · Mehdi Montazar · Hashem Arkan

Synopsis The Report (1977) centers on the tumultuous life of a dedicated tax collector who finds himself ensnared in a web of accusations, including allegations of accepting bribes. As he grapples with these professional challenges, he also faces significant personal turmoil,...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami · Ken Loach · Ermanno Olmi

Cast Carlo Delle Piane · Valeria Bruni Tedeschi · Silvana De Santis · Filippo Trojano

Synopsis Tickets (2005) follows the emotional journey of six individuals as they traverse from Austria to Rome by train. The narrative unfolds through a series of interconnected stories, revealing the personal struggles, hopes, and revelations of each character. The film delves...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Synopsis Five Dedicated to Ozu (2003) presents a series of five distinct sequences that evoke the essence of nature and human interaction. The first sequence showcases a solitary piece of driftwood on the seashore, tossed and turned by the relentless waves....

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Abbas Kiarostami · Seifollah Samadian · Ramin Rafirasme

Synopsis ABC Africa (2001) follows renowned Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami and his assistant, Seifollah Samadian, as they journey to Kampala, Uganda, invited by the UN's International Fund for Agricultural Development. Over a span of ten days, their lens focuses on the...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Rin Takanashi · Tadashi Okuno · Ryo Kase · Denden

Synopsis Like Someone in Love (2012) follows the intertwining lives of an elderly man and a young woman in the bustling city of Tokyo. The young woman, Akiko, is unaware of the man, Takashi, while he believes he knows her. Takashi...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Reza Hashemi · Mehdi Shahrvanfar

Synopsis Bread and Alley (S) (1970) follows the journey of a young boy who is carrying a loaf of bread as he navigates his way back home. His path is unexpectedly obstructed by a stray dog in a narrow alley. Confused...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Juliette Binoche · William Shimell · Jean-Claude Carrière · Agathe Natanson

Synopsis Certified Copy (2010) follows Juliette Binoche as a gallery owner residing in a picturesque Tuscan village. She encounters a British author, portrayed by opera star William Shimell, during a lecture he delivers on the themes of authenticity and deception in...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Soneyla Bazigar · Shabnam Taghadomi · Hedyeh Estahani · Reza Golfaam

Synopsis 24 Frames (2017) is a posthumous documentary that delves into the artistic vision of renowned filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami. The film explores Kiarostami's contemplation on the nature of reality and art, as he ponders how artists strive to capture the essence...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Abbas Kiarostami