Mourners-for-hire in Iran attend funerals, providing a unique service that reflects the cultural practices surrounding death in the country.
Synopsis
Mourners-for-hire in Iran attend funerals, providing a unique service that reflects the cultural practices surrounding death in the country.
Synopsis
At a funeral in Iran, mourners-for-hire gather to fulfill their roles. Bahman Kiarostami’s 2002 documentary, Tabaki, captures this unique profession. The film runs for 27 minutes and portrays the interactions of these hired mourners within the context of their religious culture. Through lighthearted scenes, it offers insights into societal norms surrounding death and mourning practices in Iran.
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Why Watch
- Meet Iran's mourners-for-hire at funerals.
- See how mourning is culturally significant in Iran.
- Find out about a unique profession in Iranian society.
Did You Know
- The film has a duration of 27 minutes.
- Tabaki was released in the year 2002.
- The documentary features mourners-for-hire, a unique occupation in Iran.
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What is the duration of the documentary Tabaki?
Tabaki has a duration of 27 minutes.
Who directed the documentary Tabaki?
Bahman Kiarostami directed the documentary Tabaki.
What unique occupation is featured in Tabaki?
The documentary features mourners-for-hire who attend funerals in Iran.
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