The Salesman

Saturday 18th February 2:30 PM - Alhambra
The Salesman
Director:Asghar Farhadi
Cert:PG Year: 2016 Length:125mins
Country:Iran/France Language:Persian
Winner of the Best Screenplay and Best Actor awards at Cannes, Asghar Farhadi (A Separation, About Ellie) takes us on another compelling journey in contemporary Iran. Emad and his wife Rana are playing Willy Loman and Linda in an am-dram production of Death of a Salesman. Having had to move out of their home because of subsidence their own relationship starts to crumble after a disturbing domestic incident.

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Critics

“Exploring challenging questions of morality and retribution, The Salesman is a beautifully observed, painstakingly crafted drama.”

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Score

77.03%

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