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“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.”

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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