The City of Tales (1972)

The City of Tales (1972) poster

Shahr-e ghesse is perhaps the most popular of all Persian plays, was written in traditional rhythmic style that resulted in a kind of musical drama. Although it seems at first glance to have been written for children, its main audience, it is in fact a parable about contemporary socio political issues.

Director: Manuchehr Anvar
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 110 min
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Production: Panorama Cinematic Organization
Country: Iran
Language: فارسی
Original Language: fa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The City of Tales about?
Shahr-e ghesse is perhaps the most popular of all Persian plays, was written in traditional rhythmic style that resulted in a kind of musical drama. Although it seems at first glance to have been written for children, its main audience, it is in fact a parable about contemporary socio political issues.
Who directed The City of Tales?
The City of Tales was directed by Manuchehr Anvar.
Who stars in The City of Tales?
The City of Tales stars Parvaneh Massoumi, Sina Suzani, Soheil Souzani.
How long is The City of Tales?
The City of Tales has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
What genre is The City of Tales?
The City of Tales is a Drama film.
Where was The City of Tales produced?
The City of Tales was produced in Iran.