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Shahed (The Witness)

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In Iran, the retired dance teacher Tarlan witnesses her friend Rana's murder by her husband, who is an important government figure. When the police refuse to investigate, Tarlan must decide whether to bow to political pressure or risk her reputation and livelihood in pursuit of justice.

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Martin Kudlac ScreenAnarchy 09/25/2024
Operates as a thriller without conventional genre tropes, prioritizing internal conflict and the quiet dread of living under repression. ... Both a critique of state-sanctioned violence and a reflection on personal integrity Go to Full Review Alexa Dalby Dog and Wolf 09/09/2024
4/5
It’s a gripping thriller as well as a huge metaphor... When the revolution starts, it will be women who started it. Go to Full Review Shikhar Verma High on Films 09/06/2024
Nader Saeivar uses the mice-infested house of Tarlan to insinuate the manipulative and brainwashed nature of the apolitical bystanders in a society ruled by men. Go to Full Review Claire Fulton Loud and Clear Reviews 09/05/2024
4/5
The Witness is powerful, emotional, infuriating and hopeful, all at the same time. It’s dedicated to honouring the women who are brave enough to fight for their rights and their freedoms. Not just in Iran, but all around the world. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Nader Saeivar

Director

Maryam Boubani

Actor

Nader Naderpour

Actor

Abbas Imani

Actor

Ghazal Shojaei

Actor

Jafar Panahi

Screenwriter

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Movie Info

Synopsis In Iran, the retired dance teacher Tarlan witnesses her friend Rana's murder by her husband, who is an important government figure. When the police refuse to investigate, Tarlan must decide whether to bow to political pressure or risk her reputation and livelihood in pursuit of justice.
Director
Nader Saeivar
Producer
Said Nur Akkus, Silvana Santamaria, Arash T. Riahi, Sabine Gruber
Screenwriter
Jafar Panahi, Nader Saeivar
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Persian
Runtime
1h 40m