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Bagh-e boloor
Taghi and Zari run away from their village to get married in Tehran, away from their disapproving parents. However living in a big city is not as easy as it seems.
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Plot Summary
A middle-aged man, struggling to maintain his vineyard in the face of economic hardship and changing times, finds his life unraveling. He grapples with the loss of his wife, the alienation of his son, and the increasing difficulty of preserving his traditional way of life. The film paints a poignant portrait of isolation and the erosion of familial bonds against a backdrop of rural decay.
Critical Reception
Bagh-e boloor was recognized for its stark realism and unflinching portrayal of rural decline and existential angst. Critics praised Shahid-Saless's minimalist style and his ability to convey profound emotion through subtle performances and evocative imagery. While not widely distributed internationally, it is considered a significant work within Iranian cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Haunting and melancholic exploration of a man's inner turmoil.
Visually stark and emotionally resonant.
A powerful depiction of rural hardship and societal change.
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Fun Fact
Sohrab Shahid-Saless was known for his minimalist and often bleak cinematic style, which he carried over from his work in Germany to his Iranian films.
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