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202452 minPGdocumentary

Historical Events War Crimes

Child Soldier

202452 minPGdocumentary

For the first time in 40 years, former child soldiers of the Iran-Iraq war share memories they have never disclosed to their families.

Historical Events War Crimes

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Pegah Ahangarani

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For the first time in 40 years, former child soldiers of the Iran-Iraq war share memories they have never disclosed to their families.

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Pegah Ahangarani

Pegah Ahangaranidirector

Ruhollah Khomeini

Ruhollah Khomeinicast

Reza Shokrollahicast

Masoud Hashemicast

Mehdi Talaticast

Synopsis

Child soldiers from the Iran-Iraq war share their stories for the first time in four decades. The documentary features interviews with these individuals, revealing memories they have kept hidden from their families. Unseen images from the war provide context to their experiences. The film runs for 52 minutes and focuses on the historical events and war crimes associated with this conflict. It presents a rare glimpse into the lives of those affected by the war.

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