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Drought and Lies

Drought and Lies

2016 · 90 min · ★ 1.0 · Drama

Omid happily celebrates his birthday with his wife and her family at a beautiful villa near the Caspian Sea. A phone call from Omid's ex-wife puts the festivities on hold as she drops a bombshell that threatens to unravel the new life he is trying to lead. Written by Iranian playwright Mohammad Yaghoubi, this insightful drama tackles marital and social issues with sharp dialogue and knowing humour.

Directed by Pedram Alizadeh · Written by Mohammad Yaghoobi

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