The Forbidden University
Synopsis
In Iran, higher education is a crime—for Bahá’ís. The Forbidden University exposes a secret underground network where students and teachers risk prison, raids and exile, for the right to learn. Told through daring first-person accounts and striking animated reenactments, this is the hidden story of a secret beacon of hope born in the shadows.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-10-03
Top Cast
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Ava Maria Safai
Tolou
Mohammadali Beheshtimaal
Shakib
Parham Rownaghi
Iqan
Sepideh Yadegar
Neda
Naseem Naderi
Niknaz
Hamid Kaloorazi
Head Revolutionary Guard
Anthony Azizi
Interrogator 1
Mansour Taeed
Biology Professor
Shahrokh Ferdowsi
Judge Muqish
Maryam Zunuzi
Medical Sciences Professor
Valeh Ashraf
Tolou's Lawyer
Afsaneh Naderi
Tolou's Mother
Farrokh Naderi
Tolou's Dad
Negaar Tebyanian
Social Worker Colleague
Ali Seifi
Revolutionary Guard 1
Ahmad Naji Masoud
Revolutionary Guard 2
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nauzanin Knight
- Screenplay & Story
- Nauzanin Knight
- Original Title
- The Forbidden University
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Persian
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- 1844 Studios, Companion Arts, Interdimensional VFX
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nauzanin Knight
Nauzanin Knight
Department Leadership Roster
Nauzanin Knight
Director
Nauzanin Knight
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Forbidden University
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What is The Forbidden University about?
In Iran, higher education is a crime—for Bahá’ís. The Forbidden University exposes a secret underground network where students and teachers risk prison, raids and exile, for the right to learn. Told through daring first-person accounts and striking animated reenactments, this is the hidden story of a secret beacon of hope born in the shadows.
Who directed The Forbidden University?
The Forbidden University was directed by Nauzanin Knight.
Who stars in The Forbidden University?
The principal cast of The Forbidden University includes Ava Maria Safai, Mohammadali Beheshtimaal, Parham Rownaghi, Sepideh Yadegar, Naseem Naderi.
When was The Forbidden University released and how long is it?
The Forbidden University was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.