Leaning on the Wind

A young man leaves the sleepy confines of his village and moves to the buzzing capital of Tehran to find a job. He leaves behind his mother and fiancee, promising to return after saving enough money for the wedding. Utterly engrossed in his new life in the capital city, he encounters someone captivating enough to make him almost forget about the life he left behind. However, a shocking announcement brings him back to cold reality.

Directed by Dariush Farhang, Leaning on the Wind leans on a strong ensemble — Merila Zarei, Amin Hayaei, Laya Zanganeh — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2000.