The Father

Year: 1996

Runtime: 91 mins

Language: Persian

Director: Majid Majidi

Drama

Mehrollah, a fourteen‑year‑old, must leave school to find work after his father's death, shouldering the responsibility of feeding his family. He journeys to the southern region of Iran, taking any job he can find. When he finally returns home, he discovers his family altered—new roles, strained relationships, and a quiet shift in daily life that forces him to confront the lasting impact of loss.

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