Harash
Harash

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Harash

2009
Movie
29 min
Arabic

Casablanca, Lwiyen racks up petty schemes week after week. He owes money to Omar, a corrupt cop who uses quick and brutal methods. Assad, his childhood friend, is a nihilistic drunk who wants to see his native Sahara again.

Insights

IMDb7.6/10
Director: Seyed Alireza HosseiniGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during the Iran-Iraq War, 'Harash' tells the story of a group of Iranian soldiers defending their country against an invasion. The film focuses on the camaraderie, sacrifices, and harrowing experiences of these soldiers as they face intense combat and the psychological toll of war. It delves into the human cost of conflict and the resilience of the human spirit under duress.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of 'Harash' is limited in international databases. However, as an Iranian war film, it likely resonated with domestic audiences familiar with the historical context of the Iran-Iraq War, focusing on themes of patriotism and sacrifice. Its reception outside of Iran is not widely documented.

What Reviewers Say

  • Depicts the harsh realities and sacrifices of soldiers during the Iran-Iraq War.

  • Focuses on themes of patriotism, resilience, and the human cost of conflict.

  • Likely appreciated by audiences familiar with Iranian war cinema and its historical context.

Google audience: Specific audience reviews from Google are not readily available for this film.

Awards & Accolades

Specific notable awards for 'Harash' are not widely publicized in international film databases.

Fun Fact

The Iran-Iraq War, often referred to as the 'Imposed War' in Iran, lasted for eight years and is one of the longest conventional wars of the 20th century.

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