Not Without My Daughter

"In 1984, Betty Mahmoody's husband took his wife and daughter to meet his family in Iran. He swore they would be safe. They would be happy. They would be free to leave. He lied."

Jan 11 1991 PG-13 1h 56m
Drama, Thriller

An American woman, trapped in Islamic Iran by her brutish husband, must find a way to escape with her daughter as well.

Plot

"Moody" is an Iranian doctor living in America with his American wife Betty and their child Mahtob. Wanting to see his homeland again, he convinces his wife to take a short holiday there with him and Mahtob. Betty is reluctant, as Iran is not a pleasant place, especially if you are American and female. Upon arrival in Iran, it appears that her worst fears are realized: Moody declares that they will be living there from now on. Betty is determined to escape from Iran, but taking her daughter with her presents a larger problem.

Written by

Betty Mahmoody, William Hoffer, David W. Rintels

Directed by

Brian Gilbert

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Ufland, Pathé Entertainment

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins & 1 nomination total

Scores
# of Votes
15,831
Average Rating
6.5 out of 10
Metascore
57
Popularity
NA