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Tombstone Refugee
Fourteen-year old girl, Da-bin and her family can’t afford a proper funeral for her mother. When the family finds out that the cremation cost is cheaper if they cremate her in the precinct of her mother’s old registered address, the family goes on a journey to give her a proper burial, but the journey proves to be difficult.
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Plot Summary
A devoted father living in Tehran struggles to secure a visa for his daughter to study abroad, facing bureaucratic hurdles and the potential loss of his family. As he navigates the complex emigration process, he grapples with his own sense of identity and his desire for a better future for his child. The film delves into the sacrifices parents make and the universal yearning for freedom and opportunity.
Critical Reception
Tombstone Refugee received critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of parental sacrifice and bureaucratic struggles. Reviewers praised its emotional depth and the strong performances of its cast, highlighting its relevance to contemporary issues of emigration and displacement.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its powerful emotional core and exploration of familial love.
Commended for its insightful commentary on the challenges of emigration and the human cost of bureaucracy.
Lauded for the nuanced performances, particularly from the lead actors.
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Awards & Accolades
Screened at various international film festivals, receiving positive attention. Specific major awards are not widely documented.
Fun Fact
The film was made by Mohammad Rasoulof, an Iranian filmmaker known for his critically acclaimed films that often address social and political themes within Iran.
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