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Deep Dive: Before Summer Ends (2017)

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Before Summer Ends
Before Summer Ends follows Arash, a young Iranian man, as he navigates life in Paris after five years of studying. Faced with the decision to return to Iran, his friends Hossein and Ashkan encourage him to take a final trip through France. This trip allows them to experience the beauty and culture of the French landscape while reflecting on their friendship and the complexities of adapting to a new environment. As Arash contemplates leaving his life in Paris, the film captures his emotional journey and the significance of his relationships. The narrative intertwines themes of identity and belonging, as Arash confronts his feelings about his future and the life he has built in France.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Arash, an Iranian man in Paris.
  • •See the beauty of the French landscape.
  • •Follow Arash's emotional struggle with identity.

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Maryam Goormaghtigh in 2017.
•Before Summer Ends has a duration of 80 minutes.
•The production countries for the film are Switzerland and France.
•The film features dialogue in three languages: Spanish, French, and Persian.

Perfect For

Iranian cultureParisian lifeFriendship dynamics