Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait
Synopsis
Director Mohsen Makhmalbaf claims to have never seen a movie before making his first film. Doubtful as it sounds, this boast matches perfectly with the controversial artist's personae. Stardust Stricken -- Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait documents the work of this Iranian filmmaker. After spending time in prison for political dissidence, Makhmalbaf discovered the social potential of the cinema. Some of his projects include Marriage of the Blessed and The Actor. While creating around 20 films, the outspoken director established new ideas about the nature of his work. In this release, Makhmalbaf speaks about art, human behavior, and his evolving fundamentalist beliefs.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Houshang Golmakani
- Original Title
- Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait
- Country of Origin
- Iran
- Spoken Languages
- Persian
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Houshang Golmakani
Nemat Abolfathi, Houshang Golmakani
Department Leadership Roster
Houshang Golmakani
Director
Nemat Abolfathi
Editor
Houshang Golmakani
Editor
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What is Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait about?
Director Mohsen Makhmalbaf claims to have never seen a movie before making his first film. Doubtful as it sounds, this boast matches perfectly with the controversial artist's personae. Stardust Stricken -- Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait documents the work of this Iranian filmmaker. After spending time in prison for political dissidence, Makhmalbaf discovered the social potential of the cinema. Some of his projects include Marriage of the Blessed and The Actor. While creating around 20 films, the outspoken director established new ideas about the nature of his work. In this release, Makhmalbaf speaks about art, human behavior, and his evolving fundamentalist beliefs.
Who directed Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait?
Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait was directed by Houshang Golmakani.
Who stars in Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait?
The principal cast of Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait includes Mohammadali Keshavarz, Mohsen Makhmalbaf, Fatemeh Makhmalbaf, Samira Makhmalbaf, Moharram Zaynalzadeh.
When was Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait released and how long is it?
Stardust Stricken: Mohsen Makhmalbaf, A Portrait was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.