Friendly Persuasion

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The Iranian cinema is the subject of this fascinating and highly informative documentary by Jamsheed Akrami. Abbas Kiarostami, Mohsen Makhmalbaf and other top directors discuss their work as well as the special difficulties and advantages of working in Iran. Includes an incisive, illustrated discussion of the impact Islamic restrictions have on movies.

Director

Jamsheed Akrami

Producer

Jamsheed Akrami

Release Year

2000

Festival Year

2001

Country

United States, Iran

Run Time

100 minutes