This Is Not a Film
"If we could tell a film, then why make a film?"
Originally released in 2011. This Is Not a Film is a documentary film. directed by Mojtaba Mirtahmasb. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jafar Panahi, Igi, and Mrs. Gheirat
Synopsis
Renowned Iranian director Jafar Panahi received a 6-year prison sentence and a 20-year ban from filmmaking and conducting interviews with foreign press due to his open support for the opposition party in Iran's 2009 election. In this film, which was shot secretly by Panahi's close friend Mojtaba Mirtahmasb and smuggled into France on a USB stick concealed inside a cake for a last-minute submission to Cannes, Panahi documents his daily life under house arrest as he awaits a decision on his appeal.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (100 votes)
Box Office
$69.7K
Worldwide gross
Language
FA
Original language
Country
Iran
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FA
- Revenue
- $69,659
Production Companies
- Jafar Panahi Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is This Is Not a Film about?
Renowned Iranian director Jafar Panahi received a 6-year prison sentence and a 20-year ban from filmmaking and conducting interviews with foreign press due to his open support for the opposition pa...
Who directed This Is Not a Film?
This Is Not a Film was directed by Mojtaba Mirtahmasb.
How long is This Is Not a Film?
This Is Not a Film has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was This Is Not a Film released?
This Is Not a Film was released on September 27, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in This Is Not a Film?
The main cast of This Is Not a Film includes Jafar Panahi, Igi, Mrs. Gheirat, Mojtaba Mirtahmasb, Rakhsan.