Getting Older is Wonderful
Synopsis
In 1988, writer Kader Abdolah fled Iran and arrived in the Netherlands at 33, without knowing a word of Dutch. Twenty-five years later, his novel The House of the Mosque was voted the second-best book ever written in Dutch. The son of a mute carpet repairman, Kader had been his father’s ears and voice since childhood. This documentary explores his journey, his perpetual search for words, and the delicate balance between embracing his new life and preserving his culture.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Torino Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fabrizio Polpettini
- Screenplay & Story
- Fabrizio Polpettini
- Original Score
- Ilia Osokin
- Original Title
- Getting Older is Wonderful
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, English, Persian
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- La Bête
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fabrizio Polpettini
Fabrizio Polpettini
Ilia Osokin
Marylou Vergez
Department Leadership Roster
Fabrizio Polpettini
Writer
Marylou Vergez
Editor
Fabrizio Polpettini
Director
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What is Getting Older is Wonderful about?
In 1988, writer Kader Abdolah fled Iran and arrived in the Netherlands at 33, without knowing a word of Dutch. Twenty-five years later, his novel The House of the Mosque was voted the second-best book ever written in Dutch. The son of a mute carpet repairman, Kader had been his father’s ears and voice since childhood. This documentary explores his journey, his perpetual search for words, and the delicate balance between embracing his new life and preserving his culture.
Who directed Getting Older is Wonderful?
Getting Older is Wonderful was directed by Fabrizio Polpettini.
Who stars in Getting Older is Wonderful?
The principal cast of Getting Older is Wonderful includes Kader Abdolah, Shole, Given, Dostan, Layan.
When was Getting Older is Wonderful released and how long is it?
Getting Older is Wonderful was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 57m.
Who composed the musical score for Getting Older is Wonderful?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Getting Older is Wonderful was composed by Ilia Osokin.