Hakim-bashi
Hakim-bashi

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Hakim-bashi

1972
Movie
87 min
Persian

A young doctor enters a village to serve there but the traditional doctor Mozaffar Khan Hakim-bashi didn't like that and thinks him a rival. Mozaffar Khan and his assistant begin to plot against the doctor making people to doubt him. Meanwhile Hakim-bashi's daughter falls in love with the young doctor and this lead to more adventures.

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Director: Mohammad-Ali FardinGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film centers on a respected doctor, Hakim-bashi, who is dedicated to his patients. However, his life takes a turn when he becomes entangled in a complex personal situation that challenges his professional ethics and personal relationships. He must navigate societal pressures and his own conscience as events unfold, leading to dramatic confrontations and resolutions.

Critical Reception

As an older Iranian film, specific critical reception data from Western sources is scarce. However, 'Hakim-bashi' is generally regarded as a significant film within Iranian cinema of its era, appreciated for its dramatic narrative and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Mohammad-Ali Fardin, who was a major star. It is often noted for its exploration of themes relevant to Iranian society at the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its engaging dramatic storyline.

  • Noted for strong performances from the lead actors, especially Mohammad-Ali Fardin.

  • Appreciated for reflecting social themes of its time in Iran.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable in international film awards.

Fun Fact

Mohammad-Ali Fardin, who stars as Hakim-bashi, was one of Iran's most popular leading men during the 1960s and 1970s, often referred to as the 'Iranian Elvis Presley' or 'Sultan of Cinema'.

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