The House Is Black
Originally released in 1963. The House Is Black is a documentary film. directed by Forugh Farrokhzad. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Forugh Farrokhzad, Ebrahim Golestan, and Hossein Mansouri
Synopsis
Set in a leper colony in the north of Iran, The House is Black juxtaposes "ugliness," of which there is much in the world as stated in the opening scenes, with religion and gratitude.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 18, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (143 votes)
Language
FA
Original language
Country
Iran
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FA
Production Companies
- Studio Golestan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The House Is Black about?
Set in a leper colony in the north of Iran, The House is Black juxtaposes "ugliness," of which there is much in the world as stated in the opening scenes, with religion and gratitude.
Who directed The House Is Black?
The House Is Black was directed by Forugh Farrokhzad.
How long is The House Is Black?
The House Is Black has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was The House Is Black released?
The House Is Black was released on February 18, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The House Is Black?
The main cast of The House Is Black includes Forugh Farrokhzad, Ebrahim Golestan, Hossein Mansouri.
Is The House Is Black worth watching?
The House Is Black has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 143 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.