Iran
Synopsis
Iranian Samira Makhmalbaf short for 11′09″01 September 11 The news of the September 11, 2001 attacks reaches an Afghan refugee camp, where bricks are produced to build new shelters, in view of the attacks promised by the United States. Here a young teacher tries to explain to her young students what happened and to make them respect a minute of silence in honor of the victims. Attempts, however, fail one after another. Finally, the teacher finds herself having to impose the minute of silence on the children near a chimney (the most similar to a skyscraper).
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Samira Makhmalbaf
- Screenplay & Story
- Samira Makhmalbaf
- Original Title
- Iran
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- StudioCanal
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Samira Makhmalbaf
Samira Makhmalbaf
Alain Brigand
Department Leadership Roster
Alain Brigand
Producer
Samira Makhmalbaf
Writer
Samira Makhmalbaf
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Iran.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Iran
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What is Iran about?
Iranian Samira Makhmalbaf short for 11′09″01 September 11 The news of the September 11, 2001 attacks reaches an Afghan refugee camp, where bricks are produced to build new shelters, in view of the attacks promised by the United States. Here a young teacher tries to explain to her young students what happened and to make them respect a minute of silence in honor of the victims. Attempts, however, fail one after another. Finally, the teacher finds herself having to impose the minute of silence on the children near a chimney (the most similar to a skyscraper).
Who directed Iran?
Iran was directed by Samira Makhmalbaf.
Who stars in Iran?
The principal cast of Iran includes Not specified.
When was Iran released and how long is it?
Iran was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 11m.