500 Years of Friendship
“The true story of the Nebraska Group”
Synopsis
In her debut documentary, director Abby Mohaddes shares the story of her father’s enduring bond with his college friends, spanning over forty years. Dubbed the “Nebraska Group,” these men from Iran found strength in each other’s company as they navigated both the political strife of the Iranian Revolution and the Iran Hostage Crisis while studying at the University of Nebraska as foreign students in the 1970s. Joining her father and his friends as they take a sentimental journey back to Lincoln, Nebraska, Abby bears witness to the power of the group’s friendship, a bond that now transcends generations.
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- Director
- Abby Mohaddes
- Original Title
- 500 Years of Friendship
- Spoken Languages
- English, Persian
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- Mohaddes Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abby Mohaddes
Chris Markus
Department Leadership Roster
Abby Mohaddes
Director
Chris Markus
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About 500 Years of Friendship
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What is 500 Years of Friendship about?
In her debut documentary, director Abby Mohaddes shares the story of her father’s enduring bond with his college friends, spanning over forty years. Dubbed the “Nebraska Group,” these men from Iran found strength in each other’s company as they navigated both the political strife of the Iranian Revolution and the Iran Hostage Crisis while studying at the University of Nebraska as foreign students in the 1970s. Joining her father and his friends as they take a sentimental journey back to Lincoln, Nebraska, Abby bears witness to the power of the group’s friendship, a bond that now transcends generations.
Who directed 500 Years of Friendship?
500 Years of Friendship was directed by Abby Mohaddes.
Who stars in 500 Years of Friendship?
The principal cast of 500 Years of Friendship includes Abby Mohaddes, Abbas Mohaddes.
When was 500 Years of Friendship released and how long is it?
500 Years of Friendship was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 49m.