The Father(1999)
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The Father Synopsis
Mehrollah is a 14-year-old boy who is forced to find a job to support his family after his father dies. He travels to the southern parts of Iran, looking for work. Upon his return to his hometown, he notices certain changes in his family.
The Father (1999) is a drama film directed by Majid Majidi, released on February 10, 1999 with a runtime of 1h 31m. It stars Hassan Sadeghi, Parivash Nazarieh, Mohammad Kasebi and Hossein Abedini. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 20 ratings.
- Director:
- Majid Majidi
- Writers:
- Majid Majidi, Mehdi Shojai
- Cinematographer:
- Mohsen Zolanvar
- Composer:
- Mohammadreza Aligholi
- Production:
- The Documentary and Experimental Film Center
- Status:
- Released
The Father Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Hassan Sadeghi
Hassan Sadeghi
as Mehrollah
Parivash Nazarieh
as Mehrollah's Mother
Mohammad Kasebi
as Mehrollah's Father
Hossein Abedini
as Mehrollah's friend
Key crew
Directed by Majid Majidi, written by Majid Majidi and Mehdi Shojai.
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The Father Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 20 ratings.
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The Father – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Father online?
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Who stars in The Father?
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The main cast of The Father (1999) includes Hassan Sadeghi, Parivash Nazarieh, Mohammad Kasebi and Hossein Abedini. The film was directed by Majid Majidi. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Father released?
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The Father was released on February 10, 1999 and runs for 1h 31m.
Is The Father worth watching?
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The Father (1999) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 20 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.