
The Circle
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Set in Iran, this compelling drama weaves together the stories of several women whose lives intersect as they navigate the challenges imposed by a patriarchal society. The film, directed by Jafar Panahi, offers a poignant exploration of themes such as freedom, identity, and societal constraints. Notably, it won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, highlighting its critical acclaim. The narrative unfolds with a raw and realistic portrayal of the characters’ struggles, making it a significant piece in Iranian cinema. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 30min
Views:279
Release:2000
Release Date:2000-09-08
Genre:Best Feminist, Drama
Director:Jafar Panahi
Actors:Elham Saboktakin, Fatemeh Naghavi, Fereshteh Sadr Orafaee, Maede Tahmasbi, Maryam Shayegan, Maryiam Palvin Almani, Mojgan Faramarzi, Monir Arab, Nargess Mamizadeh, Solmaz Panahi
Country:Iran, Italy, Switzerland
Company:Direction du Développement et de la Coopération (DDC), Département Fédéral des Affaires Etrangères, Foundation Montecinema Verità, Iranian Independents
Awards:12 wins & 7 nominations total
Budget:$10,000
Worldwide Gross:$756,035
TMDB:6.9
Rotten Tomatoes:94%
FilmAffinity:7.0
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