In the aftermath of a devastating rumor, Iman and his family have been forced to flee Iran. As refugees, they end up in a run-down hotel in northern Sweden. Despite feeling powerless, Iman tries to maintain his role as the family patriarch. To increase their chances of asylum, he breaks a promise to his wife and joins the local wrestling club. As the rumours start to resurface, Iman’s fear and desperation begin to take a hold.
Directed by: Milad Alami
Production Year: 2023
Country: Sweden
Length: 119 minutes
Credits
Director: Milad Alami
Writer: Milad Alami
Producers: Annika Rogell, Sandra Warg, Peter Possne
Cinematographer: Sebastian Winterø
Production Designer: Thomas Øyjordsbakken
Composer: Jon Ekstrand, Carl-Johan Sevedag
Editor: Olivia Neergaard-Holm
Sound Designer: Andreas Franck
Cast
Payman Maadi
Marall Nasiri
Björn Elgerd
Ardalan Esmaili
Arvin Kananian
Nicole Mehrbod
Diana Farzami
Magnus Mark
Joonas Saartmo
Block 9 Exit 2
Australian Premiere | 2015
Synopsis
A divorced couple have to go on a trip for the mental health of their only daughter after three years. During the trip, the truth of their past lives are revealed, facts that have led to their separation. The health of their child hangs in the balance as they continue their confrontations, potentially jeopardising their new relationships and their futures.
Festivals
Winner of Best Film & Best Actress - Kimera International Film Festival, Italy 2015
Production Team
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Director
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Alireza Amini
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Country
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Iran
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Runtime
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98 min
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Language
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Persian with English Subtitles
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Classification
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18+ |
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Year
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2014
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Screenwriter
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Alireza Amini
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Producer
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Mohammad Reza Sharifinia, Alireza Amini
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Cast
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Amire Jaffari, Panteea Bahram, Hamid Reza Azarang, Elham Kodera
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