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Desert Dancer

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Original title

Desert Dancer

Year

2015

Running time

98 min.

Country

United Kingdom

Director

Richard Raymond Films

Screenwriter

Jon Croker. Story: Afshin Ghaffarian

Cast

Music

Benjamin Wallfisch

Cinematography

Carlos Catalán

Producer

CrossDay Productions Ltd, Head Gear Films, Lipsync Productions, May 13, Morocco Film Assistance

Genre

Drama | Based on a true story. Biography. Dancing. Ballet

Synopsis

Set in Iran, this powerful and unbelievable true story follows the brave ambition of Afshin Ghaffarian. During the volatile climate of the 2009 presidential election, where many cultural freedoms were threatened, Afshin and some friends (including Elaheh played by Freida Pinto) risk their lives and form an underground dance company. Through banned online videos, they learn from timeless legends who cross all cultural divides, such as Michael Jackson, Gene Kelly and Rudolf Nureyev. Afshin and Elaheh also learn much from each other, most importantly how to embrace their passion for dance and for one another.

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Desert Dancer

2015

Richard Raymond Films

6.1

(608)