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The Scout

The Scout

1990 · 80 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama, War

In Iran-Iraq's war, a young scout joins the front-line to help his comrades single-handed.

Directed by Ebrahim Hatamikia · Written by Ebrahim Hatamikia

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