Iran's Son is Unaware of His Mother

Iran's Son is Unaware of His Mother

1976 · 70 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama

A young playwright and director wants to write and perform a historical drama about faith in the Ashkani period of Iran. There is an incongruity between the man's personal life, and his quest to pursue and present history. The woman who lives with him believes he should not neglect their relationship when embarking on such a quest. The people who work with the playwright believe the play ought to be made popular to satisfy the public. Finally, this matter makes the playwright perform the play all by himself.

Directed by Fereydoun Rahnema · Written by Fereydoun Rahnema

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