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People of the Wind

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Every spring, the Babadi tribe of Southern Iran undertakes a grueling journey across the Zagros mountains and valleys to find new pastures and ensure the survival of its flock of sheep. In director Anthony Howarth's chronicle of this trek, the Babadi are led by Jafar Qoli, who is accompanied by his wife, his children and his shepherds. Along the way, the tribe must face challenges such as rains and perilous mountain terrain, while also performing weddings and mediating personal conflicts.

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Danielle Spencer Los Angeles Free Press A painstaking documentary of an awesome journey. Oct 25, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews
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Anthony Howarth

Director

James Mason

Narrator

David Koff

Writer

Anthony Howarth

Producer

David Koff

Producer

Elizabeth E. Rogers

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Synopsis Every spring, the Babadi tribe of Southern Iran undertakes a grueling journey across the Zagros mountains and valleys to find new pastures and ensure the survival of its flock of sheep. In director Anthony Howarth's chronicle of this trek, the Babadi are led by Jafar Qoli, who is accompanied by his wife, his children and his shepherds. Along the way, the tribe must face challenges such as rains and perilous mountain terrain, while also performing weddings and mediating personal conflicts.
Director
Anthony Howarth
Producer
Anthony Howarth, David Koff
Screenwriter
David Koff
Distributor
Image Entertainment Inc.
Production Co
Elizabeth E. Rogers Productions
Rating
G
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 1, 1976, Wide
Release Date (DVD)
Jun 6, 2000
Runtime
2h 7m
Sound Mix
Mono
Aspect Ratio
35mm