“I always thought that in the countries that the modernity kicks in later, it seems that everything changes on the surface, the physical things change, but inside, things haven't changed, really. This is always the challenge of this kind of community, to make a harmony between the cultural traditions and the modernity of modern life.” KindCountrySeemsCommunityChallengesModernHavensChangedTraditionHarmonySurfaceKicksThings ChangeModern LifeModernityPhysical Things Author:Asghar Farhadi
“Whether we like it or not, the modernity is something that comes from Western countries, and when the modernity comes to the Eastern countries, although they feel like they really need it, at the same time it shakes the very fundament of the culture - there is always this challenge between the two.” NeedsFeelsTwoCountryCultureChallengesWesternShakesEasternModernity Author:Asghar Farhadi
“At the time when talk of war, intimidation, and aggression is exchanged between politicians, the name of their country, Iran, is spoken here through her glorious culture, a rich and ancient culture that has been hidden under the heavy dust of politics.” Has BeensWarCountryCultureNamesRichPoliticianAncientHeavyDustGloriousIranAggressionIntimidation Author:Asghar Farhadi
“Each person makes their own choice, but my spirit is meant to stay in Iran, especially with the work that I do, and with the emotional connection I have with the country - with all its difficulties, this is why I stay.” PersonsCountrySpiritChoicesEmotionalConnectionsDifficultyIranEmotional Connection Author:Asghar Farhadi
“I prefer to stay in my country. But this doesn't mean if someone does want to leave Iran, I think they've done something wrong - the desire to leave is completely understandable.” IfsThinkingWantMeanDoeCountryDoneDesireIran Author:Asghar Farhadi
