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Absence

November 30, 2023 1h 40m

Released 3 years ago in 2023. Absence is a drama/thriller film. directed by Ali Mosaffa.

Starring Ali Mosaffa, Leila Hatami, and Zuzana Stivínová

Synopsis

Rouzbeh arrives in Prague, far from his troubled family life in Tehran, to research his father’s past. Visiting the flat where his father, a communist expatriate, lived 50 years ago, in the times of Czechoslovakia, he is stopped by a policewoman investigating a recent accident. The current resident of the flat, Vladimir, who turns out to be Rouzbeh’s half-brother, has fallen out the window. Discovering hidden corners of Vladimir’s life and getting closer to his soul, Rouzbeh learns a shocking truth about his father, totally contradicting the image of a hero he had about him. This puts him on the path which led to Vladimir's fall from the window.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 30, 2023 2 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
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Language FA Original language
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Country Czech Republic + 2 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FA

Production Companies

  • Ali Mosaffa Productions
  • i/o post
  • Arina

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Absence about?

Rouzbeh arrives in Prague, far from his troubled family life in Tehran, to research his father’s past. Visiting the flat where his father, a communist expatriate, lived 50 years ago, in the times...

Who directed Absence?

Absence was directed by Ali Mosaffa.

How long is Absence?

Absence has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Absence released?

Absence was released on November 30, 2023 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Absence?

The main cast of Absence includes Ali Mosaffa, Leila Hatami, Zuzana Stivínová, Klára Melíšková, Zuzana Kronerová.