Neither Old Nor Traitors
Neither Old Nor Traitors

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Neither Old Nor Traitors

2006
Movie
100 min
French

Pierre Carles and Georges Minangoy go to meet former French and Catalan partisans engaged in the anti-Franco anarchist struggle of the 1970s.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Abdolreza KahaniGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A retired teacher, struggling to make ends meet, takes on the difficult task of caring for his ailing father. The situation becomes more complex when his father's health declines rapidly, forcing the teacher to confront difficult choices about his family's future and his own principles. The film explores themes of familial duty, economic hardship, and the emotional toll of caregiving within a contemporary Iranian context.

Critical Reception

Neither Old Nor Traitors received modest critical attention, with praise often directed at its sensitive portrayal of familial relationships and social issues in Iran. While not a widely distributed international release, it garnered positive remarks from those who engaged with it, highlighting its emotional depth and realistic depiction of everyday struggles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of Iranian family dynamics.

  • Commended for its subtle yet impactful storytelling.

  • Noted for its emotional resonance and exploration of societal pressures.

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Fun Fact

Abdolreza Kahani, the director, is known for his socially conscious films that often shed light on the lives of ordinary Iranians.

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