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201877 minPGdocumentary

0.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Scenes from A Separation

201877 minPGdocumentary

0.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Asghar Farhadi shares insights into the challenges of filming in contemporary Iran for his acclaimed work on Nader and Simin, A Separation.

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Asghar Farhadi shares insights into the challenges of filming in contemporary Iran for his acclaimed work on Nader and Simin, A Separation.

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Vahid Sedaghatdirector

Jean-Claude Carrière

Jean-Claude Carrièrecast

Ebrahim Golestan

Ebrahim Golestancast

Mike Leigh

Asghar Farhadi

Asghar Farhadicast

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Asghar Farhadi stands on the set of his film "Nader and Simin, A Separation," discussing the initial idea that sparked its creation. The documentary "Scenes from A Separation" offers behind-the-scenes footage from the production in Iran. It captures the collaboration between actors and crew, revealing the challenges faced during filming. Candid interviews provide insight into the cultural and social dynamics of contemporary Iran, illustrating the meticulous process that shaped the film's narrative and artistic vision.

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