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The Actor

August 10, 1993 1h 28m 5.3/10 (10 votes)

Originally released in 1993. The Actor is a comedy/drama film. directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Akbar Abdi, Azita Hajian, and Hamide Kheyrabadi

Synopsis

An Iranian actor named Akbar is trying to become a serious actor instead of the clown everyone considers him to be. However financial problems force him to abandon his dream of being an artistic actor. He also has to deal with his family problems and his wife's inability to become pregnant.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 10, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (10 votes)
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Language FA Original language
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Country Iran Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Actor about?

An Iranian actor named Akbar is trying to become a serious actor instead of the clown everyone considers him to be. However financial problems force him to abandon his dream of being an artistic ac...

Who directed The Actor?

The Actor was directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.

How long is The Actor?

The Actor has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was The Actor released?

The Actor was released on August 10, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Actor?

The main cast of The Actor includes Akbar Abdi, Azita Hajian, Hamide Kheyrabadi, Fatemeh Motamed-Arya, Mahaya Petrossian.