Baran and the Native
Originally released in 1998. Baran and the Native is a romance/adventure film. directed by Rakhshan Banietemad. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Baran Kosari, Ebrahim Sheibani, and Shirin Dibaj
Synopsis
Aboard the top deck of a cruise ship, Baran, a young wealthy girl, notices a native boy who is dancing joyfully to beating drums. Baran arrives at a plush hotel on the mainland, however she seems somewhat disconsolate. Later she finds the native boy again and they begin to bond, playfully exploring the beach resort together. Later, the two go aboard a row-boat and the native dives down into the water to collect a pearl from the seabed for her. However, the ending leaves the audience to wonder if he was a figment of Baran's longing imagination all along. Well-shot and with a strong performance from Baran Kosari, this film perfectly captures the bittersweet pangs of young love.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 1998
28 years ago
Runtime
0h 19m
19 minutes total
Language
FA
Original language
Country
Iran
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baran and the Native about?
Aboard the top deck of a cruise ship, Baran, a young wealthy girl, notices a native boy who is dancing joyfully to beating drums. Baran arrives at a plush hotel on the mainland, however she seems s...
Who directed Baran and the Native?
Baran and the Native was directed by Rakhshan Banietemad.
How long is Baran and the Native?
Baran and the Native has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).
When was Baran and the Native released?
Baran and the Native was released on February 1, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Baran and the Native?
The main cast of Baran and the Native includes Baran Kosari, Ebrahim Sheibani, Shirin Dibaj, Farzaneh Asgarian, Samin Asgarian.