Cinema Charbagh • Directed by Alireza Mansouri • Iran

This documentary focuses on the life of a projectionist named Asghar Alvari, who adores cinema. The film gives us a glimpse into this veteran’s life by showing us his dark, cramped living conditions, where he does chores and feeds his solitude with old Persian music. He also spends time in a hospital, receiving treatment as a result of his exposure to chemicals during the war. The film includes a few moments of hilarious dialogue between him and his friends in the hospital, but more importantly, it is an exploration of one person’s bond to cinema and how fulfilling and enjoyable such a relationship can be. Mansouri crafts a sensitive and finely tuned documentary that leaves an everlasting impression on viewers, especially with its poignant ending.

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