Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)
Ispahan : lettre persane
Synopsis
Jean Rouch’s camera follows his friend, filmmaker/actor/critic Farrokh Ghaffari, as he walks and talks us through the famous Shah Mosque in Esfehan. While guiding him and answering his questions, Ghaffari makes Rouch discover the beauties of the architecture of the mosque and its impact on the city. Throughout the tour, they discuss Islam’s complex relationship with death, sex and cinema.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Rouch
- Original Title
- Ispahan : lettre persane
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 39m
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What is Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) about?
Jean Rouch’s camera follows his friend, filmmaker/actor/critic Farrokh Ghaffari, as he walks and talks us through the famous Shah Mosque in Esfehan. While guiding him and answering his questions, Ghaffari makes Rouch discover the beauties of the architecture of the mosque and its impact on the city. Throughout the tour, they discuss Islam’s complex relationship with death, sex and cinema.
Who directed Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)?
Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) was directed by Jean Rouch.
Who stars in Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)?
The principal cast of Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) includes Farrokh Ghaffari, Jean Rouch.
When was Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) released and how long is it?
Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 39m.