Movie Description

سایه های بلند باد

(1979)

Overview

Based on a short story by Houshang Golshiri, this film centers on mysterious and chilling events that take place in a village. A group of superstitious inhabitants have erected a scarecrow for protection but soon find themselves terrorized by it. Made at the end of the Shah’s reign, the film offers a metaphorical reflection on power relations — how people create their own idols who turn around to terrorize them.

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Facts

Original Titleسایه های بلند باد

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1979-05-10

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 50m

Production CompaniesIran Biograph,Ministry of Arts and Culture,Telfilm

Genres

  • Horror
  • Drama