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“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.”

Quote by Asghar Farhadi

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Asghar Farhadi is a renowned Iranian film director, known for his profound social insight and exquisite storytelling skills. His works have won numerous international awards, including the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. more

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