Divorce Iranian Style

Oct 1 1998 Not Rated 1h 20m

Documentary

DIVORCE IRANIAN STYLE unfolds inside an Iranian divorce court, providing a subtle and intimate look at the lives of women in a country stereotypically associated with fanaticism and oppression. Astute and beautifully observed, the film reveals the ingenuity and humour with which Iranian women negotiate the restrictions of their society.

Plot

A documentary about real divorce cases in Iran's tribunals.

Written by

Ziba Mir-Hosseini

Directed by

Kim Longinotto, Ziba Mir-Hosseini

Cast

Joanna Rosenthall

Crew

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Production Countries

Iran, United Kingdom

Production Companies

Twentieth Century Vixen

Languages

English

Awards

Won 1 BAFTA Award5 wins & 1 nomination total

Scores

# of Votes

574

Average Rating

7.4 out of 10

Metascore

Popularity

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