Sekke-ye shans
Sekke-ye shans

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Sekke-ye shans

1970
Movie
90 min
Persian

Two brothers fall in love with the same girl. Nevertheless, the girl likes the older brother. A guy tries to set these two brothers apart and make the younger one addicted to gambling. He wins everything the father of the girl has in a bet and says that he will give back all of it if he agrees to make his daughter marry him. The father accepts. But the younger brother finds out that you can't buy love, and lets the older brother to have her.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Amir ShervanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man seeks revenge against the gangster who wronged his family. He infiltrates the criminal underworld, facing dangerous challenges and moral dilemmas along the way. His quest for justice leads him into a series of violent confrontations and treacherous betrayals. Ultimately, he must confront his own demons as he fights for survival and redemption.

Critical Reception

While specific critical reviews from its initial release are scarce, "Sekke-ye shans" is generally recognized within Iranian cinema circles as a representative example of the action-crime genre of its era. Audience reception, particularly for films featuring strong heroic figures and dramatic plotlines, was often positive, contributing to its status as a memorable film from the period.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action sequences and compelling revenge narrative.

  • Noted for its straightforward storytelling typical of 70s Iranian action films.

  • Some find the plot predictable, but it delivers on genre expectations.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Sekke-ye shans' is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews. However, films of this genre and era often resonated with viewers who appreciated strong protagonists, dramatic conflicts, and clear moral stakes.

Fun Fact

Amir Shervan, the director, was known for his prolific output of action films in Iran during the 1970s and 80s, often creating films with distinct visual styles and memorable fight choreography.

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