This Is Not a Film (2011)

Cast

• Jafar Panahi - Self
• Igi - Pet lizard
• Mrs. Gheirat - Self (voice)
• Mojtaba Mirtahmasb - Self
• Rakhsan - Self (voice)
• Sima - Self (voice)
• Micky - Self
• Hasan - Self

Screenplay

• Jafar Panahi

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is This Is Not a Film about?

Renowned Iranian director Jafar Panahi received a 6-year prison sentence and a 20-year ban from filmmaking and conducting interviews with foreign press due to his open support for the opposition party in Iran's 2009 election. In this film, which was shot secretly by Panahi's close friend Mojtaba Mirtahmasb and smuggled into France on a USB stick concealed inside a cake for a last-minute submission to Cannes, Panahi documents his daily life under house arrest as he awaits a decision on his appeal.

Who directed This Is Not a Film?

This Is Not a Film was directed by Mojtaba Mirtahmasb, Jafar Panahi.

Who stars in This Is Not a Film?

This Is Not a Film stars Jafar Panahi, Igi, Mrs. Gheirat, Mojtaba Mirtahmasb, Rakhsan, Sima.

How long is This Is Not a Film?

This Is Not a Film has a runtime of 1h 18m (78 minutes).

What genre is This Is Not a Film?

This Is Not a Film is a Documentary film.

How much did This Is Not a Film gross?

This Is Not a Film grossed $69,659 worldwide.

Where was This Is Not a Film produced?

This Is Not a Film was produced in Iran.