The Persian Version

2023 · 108 min · EN · R · 5.8 (39 votes)

Dir. Maryam Keshavarz · Starring Layla Mohammadi, Niousha Noor, Kamand Shafieisabet, Bijan Daneshmand, Bella Warda, Chiara Stella · Music Rostam Batmanglij

“Based on a true story... sort of.”

ComedyDramaRomance

When a large Iranian-American family gathers in New York City for the patriarch’s heart transplant, a family secret is uncovered and catapults the estranged mother and daughter into an exploration of the past.

VIBE

This film feels like a warm, bustling family reunion, blending sharp wit with deep emotional resonance. It's a vibrant, multi-generational tapestry exploring cultural identity and the complex, often hilarious, dynamics between mothers and daughters. A truly heartfelt and engaging experience.

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