The Seed of the Sacred Fig

The Seed of the Sacred Fig

First Run

A newly appointed investigating judge in Tehran finds himself entangled in a web of danger and distrust as widespread protests against the regime erupt around him. As political unrest intensifies, his growing paranoia strains his relationships with his wife and daughters, forcing him to confront the precarious balance between duty, family, and survival. Blending a fictional narrative with real footage of Iran’s 2022–2023 protests, this gripping thriller captures the devastating personal toll of political turmoil.

Film Info
Distributor: Neon
Country: Germany, France
Release Year: 2024
Runtime: 146
Director: Mohammad Rasoulof
Rating: PG-13
Language: In Persian with English subtitles

"A thriller of propulsive skill and blunt emotional force, marrying the muscularity of an action film to the psychological intensity of a chamber drama."

—Justin Chang, New Yorker

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