Bemani

Description

The plight of Iranian women is detailed in this harrowing drama from Iranian director Dariush Mehrjui. Attempting to escape an arranged marriage with a much older man, a desperate young woman follows the example of her friend and opts for self-immolation. Bemani made it's theatrical debut at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival.

Runtime

94 min

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Date of Publication

2002

Database

Alexander Street

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