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Hemela

1h 10m

Hemela is a documentary film. directed by Pirouz Nemati. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Hemela Pourafzal

Synopsis

A portrait of Hemela Pourafzal, the exuberant matriarch and owner of Byblos Le Petit Café, a staple Iranian restaurant nested in Montreal for more than 37 years, serving as a central meeting point for the Iranian diaspora and the local art scene. As Hemela reflects on the past eight decades of her adventurous life, we uncover her untold stories and that of Iranian women through the prism of her life.

Quick Facts

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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
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Language FA Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

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Production Details

Status
Post Production
Original Language
FA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hemela about?

A portrait of Hemela Pourafzal, the exuberant matriarch and owner of Byblos Le Petit Café, a staple Iranian restaurant nested in Montreal for more than 37 years, serving as a central meeting point...

Who directed Hemela?

Hemela was directed by Pirouz Nemati.

How long is Hemela?

Hemela has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).

Who are the main actors in Hemela?

The main cast of Hemela includes Hemela Pourafzal.