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The Seed of the Sacred Fig movie

🎬 Title: The Seed of the Sacred Fig / Les Graines du figuier sauvage

Story: In a climate of political turmoil in Tehran, judge Iman battles his own paranoia. After his firearm goes missing, he turns his suspicion towards his wife and daughters, leading to harsh restrictions that create tension within his family as societal norms begin to disintegrate.

⭐ Rating: 7.546 (393 votes)

📅 Release date: September 18, 2024

⏱️ Runtime: 2 hours and 47 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

🎬 Director: Mohammad Rasoulof

✍️ Writer: Mohammad Rasoulof

🌍 Countries: France, Germany

🏢 Production companies: Parallel 45, Run Way Pictures, ARTE France Cinéma

💼 Production:
💰 Budget: $3,000,000 | 📈 Revenue: $6,501,810

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👥 Cast: Soheila Golestani (Najmeh), Misagh Zare (Iman), Mahsa Rostami (Rezvan), Setareh Maleki (Sana), Niousha Akhshi (Sadaf), Reza Akhlaghirad (Ghaderi), Shiva Ordooie (Fatemeh), Amineh Mazrouie Arani (Woman in the Car), Mohammad Kamal Alavi, Parisa Mohyedini

Editor’s note: The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024) presents a strong mixture of Drama, Thriller, and Crime, placing more emphasis on atmosphere than on spectacle. Under the direction of Mohammad Rasoulof, the narrative remains focused, prioritizing character development over superficiality. The performances—particularly by Soheila Golestani, Misagh Zare, and Mahsa Rostami—invest the tale with significant emotional weight. With a duration of 2h 47m, the film maintains a deliberate pacing and typically avoids overstaying its welcome. It’s a worthwhile watch with its strengths far outweighing a handful of minor flaws. If the theme resonates with you, be sure to add it to your must-see list.

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