No Word of Goodbye
No Word of Goodbye

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No Word of Goodbye

2013
Movie
12 min
Spanish

Sin decir adiós (No Word of Goodbye) is the story of the encounter between Alex and Marina. The ghosts of the past that separated them a year ago will be present in this meeting.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Mohammad RasoulofGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In a remote village in Iran, a young woman named Leyla faces a dire situation when her husband is diagnosed with a rare disease that requires expensive treatment. Desperate to save him, she becomes entangled in a clandestine operation involving illegal land sales and potential corruption. As Leyla navigates this dangerous path, she must confront the moral compromises she is forced to make and the potential consequences for herself and her family.

Critical Reception

Mohammad Rasoulof's "No Word of Goodbye" is a powerful and unsettling drama that critiques the pervasive corruption and societal pressures within contemporary Iran. The film was noted for its tense atmosphere and compelling performances, offering a stark look at the choices individuals are forced to make in the face of systemic injustice. While it garnered international attention and critical praise for its artistic merit and social commentary, it also faced challenges with distribution due to its sensitive subject matter.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its powerful social commentary on corruption and desperation in Iran.

  • Acclaimed for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performances.

  • Recognized for its artistic direction and unflinching portrayal of difficult choices.

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Awards & Accolades

Selected for the Un Certain Regard section at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Mohammad Rasoulof was banned from filmmaking in Iran for a period after the release of his film 'Manuscripts Don't Burn'.

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