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Release Year2022
Runtime0h 20m
LanguagePersian
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
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DirectorJulia Elihu
WritersJulia Elihu
TypeFeature Film
Rating0.0 out of 10
Cast1 credited
Also Known AsWinter of '79
About Winter of '79
At the onset of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, a Persian-Jewish mother is forced to question her faith in her country.
Directed by Julia Elihu, Winter of '79 leans on a strong ensemble — Ava Lalezarzadeh — 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 2022.
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