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Critic Ryan Lattanzio
rated 8

...an anguished cry from the heart of Mohammad Rasoulof, the Iranian filmmaker who just fled his home country for Europe after an eight-year prison sentence from the Islamic Republic.

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Critic Godfrey Cheshire
rated 9

Rasoulof gets terrific performances from all of his cast, but particularly noteworthy is Sohelia Golestani’s work as Najmeh, which captures the woman’s subtle, gradual transition from defender of her husband to an ally of her daughters.

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In the heart of Tehran, a newly appointed investigating judge grapples with an escalating political crisis that seeps into his family life. As protests erupt across the city, Iman's sense of trust begins to unravel, leading him to suspect those closest to him — his wife and two daughters. The atmosphere at home becomes increasingly tense as he enforces strict measures in a bid for control amid societal chaos. When his service weapon mysteriously disappears, paranoia takes hold, pushing family bonds to their breaking point. Struggling against external turmoil and internal dissent, Iman finds himself on an unpredictable path where loyalty and truth blur amidst the backdrop of turmoil. This gripping tale unfolds in a world where fear reigns supreme and familial love is put to the ultimate test.

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The Seed of the Sacred Fig was released in theaters on February 7, 2025.