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Hossein, the Cop
Hussein Azhdan lives by his family in peace, until he meets Shabnam, and a romance is emerged between the two. A wicked man, Jalal, is against their love. Jalal creates many obstacles on their way; for instance, he wrongly accuses Hussein Azhdan of bribery. Hussein Azhdan, who has been abandoned his family to be with his love, does his best to remove the obstacles on his way. Nevertheless, Shabnam selflessly forgets about herself and asks Hussein Azhdan to go back and live by his own family.
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Plot Summary
A dedicated police officer named Hossein takes on the dangerous underworld of Tehran, facing corrupt officials and ruthless criminals. He is determined to uphold justice and protect the innocent, even at great personal risk. The film follows his relentless pursuit of a notorious crime boss, leading to a series of intense confrontations.
Critical Reception
While not widely released or critically reviewed internationally, 'Hossein, the Cop' is known within Iranian cinema circles as a gritty, action-packed film representative of its era. Its direct storytelling and focus on police action were typical for the genre at the time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its straightforward narrative and action sequences.
Appreciated for its portrayal of a determined, incorruptible police officer.
Seen as a solid example of 1970s Iranian crime thrillers.
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Fun Fact
Amir Shervan, the director, later became known for his low-budget action films in Hollywood, such as 'Samurai Cop'.
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