The Tortoise

An old man with a stone face, living in a land of rigid stones, has had enough of his situation and decides to get rid of himself by destroying himself with a piece of stone. His son, who serves in an army, gets the news of his father’s death. He is given a two-day break to go back home, so the stone-faced son gets back home to his fatherland.

Director: Amirreza Jalalian
Runtime: 14 min
Language: فارسی
Original Language: fa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tortoise about?
An old man with a stone face, living in a land of rigid stones, has had enough of his situation and decides to get rid of himself by destroying himself with a piece of stone. His son, who serves in an army, gets the news of his father’s death. He is given a two-day break to go back home, so the stone-faced son gets back home to his fatherland.
Who directed The Tortoise?
The Tortoise was directed by Amirreza Jalalian.
How long is The Tortoise?
The Tortoise has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).