Shirak
Originally released in 1988. Shirak is a feature film. directed by Dariush Mehrjui.
Starring Ezzatollah Entezami, Mehdi Asadi, and Hamid Jebeli
Synopsis
Set against the stunning landscape of rural Iran, Shirak is a symbolic rural drama centered on a young boy who lives in a small agricultural village that is being terrorized by wild boars. When his father is mauled to death by the boars during an attack on one of the village fields, Shirak suddenly finds himself the head of the household. Determined to hunt down the dangerous animals and kill them, he picks dates in order to be able to purchase a watchdog from one of the local villagers. Together, Shirak and his dog confront the beasts when they attack the village.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirak about?
Set against the stunning landscape of rural Iran, Shirak is a symbolic rural drama centered on a young boy who lives in a small agricultural village that is being terrorized by wild boars. When his...
Who directed Shirak?
Shirak was directed by Dariush Mehrjui.
How long is Shirak?
Shirak has a runtime of 1 hours and 54 minutes (114 minutes total).
When was Shirak released?
Shirak was released on June 1, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shirak?
The main cast of Shirak includes Ezzatollah Entezami, Mehdi Asadi, Hamid Jebeli, Farzaneh Kaboli.