Iranian actor Jahangir Almasi, born in 1950, has established himself through thoughtful and intellectual performances in cinema and television. His career spans both acting and directing, with notable achievements including a lifetime achievement award at the prestigious 31st Fajr International Film Festival.
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Films
1. Pomegranate and Cane
When a photographer meets an old man suffering a heart attack, their encounter evolves into an exploration of memory and identity. Through the man's nostalgic recollections, their brief interaction takes on unexpected depth, becoming more than just a moment captured by a lens.
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TMDb Rating: 5.8
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Release Date: 1989-01-02
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Runtime: 100.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
2. Digeh Che Khabar!?
In this 1992 Iranian drama, an imaginative student brings her quirky personality and vivid imagination to life through her writing, unexpectedly transforming her family and environment in the process. It's a heartwarming tale about the power of creativity and self-expression.
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TMDb Rating: 7.5
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Release Date: 1992-09-23
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Runtime: 110.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
3. Spectre of Scorpion
A scriptwriter's struggle to get his story produced inspires him to bring his narrative to life in the real world. This unique blend of creativity and audacity results in a tale that blurs the line between fiction and reality.
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TMDb Rating: 5.0
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Release Date: 1987-10-04
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Runtime: 110.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
4. The Monster
An Iranian villager sets out to restore a nearby well, hoping to solve a pressing water shortage. However, his efforts are haunted by a local legend of a monstrous entity that drains the wells dry. As tradition clashes with progress, an age-old tale of supernatural interference tests the limits of faith and perseverance in this 1985 Iranian drama.
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TMDb Rating: 5.0
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Release Date: 1985-03-09
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Runtime: 100.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
5. Exodus
Join two intrepid men on their life-changing journey, from Dezful to Tehran, in the heartwarming film, "Exodus. " As they travel through the Iranian landscape for two and a half months, they encounter various obstacles that test both their physical and mental strength. "Exodus" is a captivating tale of resilience, friendship, and the power of the human spirit.
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IMDb Rating: 5.0
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Release Date: 2020-02-01
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Runtime: 124.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
Status: Released
6. The Legend of a Sigh
"The Legend of a Sigh" invites you into the vivid world of a female novelist who weaves together the life stories of four Iranian women from diverse backgrounds. This 105-minute film, drawing from the rich literature of Azarbayejan province, presents a nuanced portrait of Iranian women navigating their respective social realities.
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Release Date: 1991-10-12
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Runtime: 105.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
7. The Grandfather
Embark on a heart-wrenching journey with "The Grandfather, " a 1986 film that delves into the emotional complexities of family and aging. Set in Iran, the movie follows a man who is forced to make a difficult decision: sell the family's cherished ancestral home and send his elderly father to a nursing home. As he grapples with the weight of tradition, loyalty, and modernity, the story unfolds with an unexpected twist, leaving the audience reflecting on the intricacies of love and sacrifice.
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Release Date: 1986-04-01
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Runtime: 97.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
8. The Harbour
When two teens run away from home to Bandar-Abbas, their father embarks on a search that leads them back to each other. Through a series of events, the family learns to appreciate their connections and mend their relationships.
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Release Date: 1988-04-01
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Runtime: 90.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
9. The Fall
The Fall
"The Fall" is a 1994 Iranian drama that explores life's complexities through a uniquely personal lens. It's a story that, while not detailing specific plot points, offers a genuine window into human experience.
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Release Date: 1994-02-01
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Runtime: 110.0 minutes
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Original Language: fa
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Hezar Dastan
Hezar Dastan, a captivating Iranian television series, delves into the turbulent era of the Qajar Dynasty and World War II, unfolding on the former grounds of Iran's oldest movie studio, Ghazali Cinema Town. Meticulous attention was paid to the production process, which spanned nearly 8 years, to recreate the essence of the Qajar era and capture the intensity of conflict. The story revolves around Reza Khoshnevis, a man who becomes embroiled in corruption and seeks to effect change amidst adversity.
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Original Name: هزاردستان
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TMDb Rating: 6.8
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Languages: ["fa"]
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Episode Runtime: [50]
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["IR"]
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Original Language: fa
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Type: Scripted
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First Air Date: 1988-01-01
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Last Air Date: 1988-01-01
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Number of Seasons: 1
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Number of Episodes: 16