Kandahar movie poster

Kandahar

May 11, 2001 1h 25m 6.3/10 (88 votes)

Originally released in 2001. Kandahar is a drama film. directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Nelofer Pazira, Ike Ogut, and Hassan Tantai

Synopsis

After an Afghanistan-born woman who lives in Canada receives a letter from her suicidal sister, she takes a perilous journey through Afghanistan to try to find her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 11, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (88 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Iran + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Bac Films
  • StudioCanal
  • Makhmalbaf Film House Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kandahar about?

After an Afghanistan-born woman who lives in Canada receives a letter from her suicidal sister, she takes a perilous journey through Afghanistan to try to find her.

Who directed Kandahar?

Kandahar was directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.

How long is Kandahar?

Kandahar has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was Kandahar released?

Kandahar was released on May 11, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kandahar?

The main cast of Kandahar includes Nelofer Pazira, Ike Ogut, Hassan Tantai, Sadou Teymouri, Hoyatala Hakimi.