An Apple from Paradise
Originally released in 2010. An Apple from Paradise is a drama/war film. directed by Homayun Morowat. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hashmat Fanaei, Rajab Gussainov, and Mohaiuddin Safa
Synopsis
A pious old man, who is a proponent of suicide attackers, comes to Kabul to visit his only son, who, after the holy war had remained in the Soviet Union. He had enrolled his son in a religious school "to study the Koran and return to the village as a Mullah". In Kabul he learns that his son had decided to become a divine suicide bomber so as to go to Heaven. The film presents two different forces of the inner world of the protagonist father: paternal feelings and the holy religious ideology. The spectator witnesses how he loses his only son and holy belief. Shot in chaotic and dirty Kabul, the film portrays the incorrect interpretation of religion and the conflict of generations.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2010
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Afghanistan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- Star Group
Frequently Asked Questions
What is An Apple from Paradise about?
A pious old man, who is a proponent of suicide attackers, comes to Kabul to visit his only son, who, after the holy war had remained in the Soviet Union. He had enrolled his son in a religious scho...
Who directed An Apple from Paradise?
An Apple from Paradise was directed by Homayun Morowat.
How long is An Apple from Paradise?
An Apple from Paradise has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was An Apple from Paradise released?
An Apple from Paradise was released on January 1, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in An Apple from Paradise?
The main cast of An Apple from Paradise includes Hashmat Fanaei, Rajab Gussainov, Mohaiuddin Safa, Wali Talsh.