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Taher
The architect entrusts his daughter, Lida, and his son, Taher, to an engineer before his death. The engineer goes to Ahvaz and takes Lida with him to raise her alongside his son Shahram - and the neighbors raise Taher among them. Years later, Shahram rapes Lida, and the the engineer, suspecting that Lida is a promiscuous woman, kicks her out of his house.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Taher, is trapped in a psychological and emotional void, struggling with her past and present. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and existential dread as she navigates a surreal and dreamlike reality. Her interactions with other characters often blur the lines between reality and hallucination, deepening her internal conflict and search for meaning.
Critical Reception
Taher is considered a significant work in Iranian New Wave cinema, known for its artistic ambition and experimental narrative. Critics praised its visually striking imagery and psychological depth, though some found its abstract nature challenging. It is recognized for its contribution to the development of auteur cinema in Iran during the 1970s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its artistic and experimental approach to storytelling.
Lauded for its visually rich and surreal atmosphere.
Noted for its exploration of complex psychological themes.
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Fun Fact
Mohammad Reza Aslani, the director, also starred in the film and is known for his poetic approach to filmmaking.
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