Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) (1977)
Jean Rouch’s camera follows his friend, filmmaker/actor/critic Farrokh Ghaffari, as he walks and talks us through the famous Shah Mosque in Esfehan. While guiding him and answering his questions, Ghaffari makes Rouch discover the beauties of the architecture of the mosque and its impact on the city. Throughout the tour, they discuss Islam’s complex relationship with death, sex and cinema.
Director: Jean Rouch
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 39 min
Release Date: March 1, 1977
Cast
- Farrokh Ghaffari - Lui-même
- Jean Rouch - Lui-même
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Jean Rouch
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) about?
- Jean Rouch’s camera follows his friend, filmmaker/actor/critic Farrokh Ghaffari, as he walks and talks us through the famous Shah Mosque in Esfehan. While guiding him and answering his questions, Ghaffari makes Rouch discover the beauties of the architecture of the mosque and its impact on the city. Throughout the tour, they discuss Islam’s complex relationship with death, sex and cinema.
- Who directed Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)?
- Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) was directed by Jean Rouch.
- Who stars in Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)?
- Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) stars Farrokh Ghaffari, Jean Rouch.
- How long is Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)?
- Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) has a runtime of 39m (39 minutes).
- What genre is Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan)?
- Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) is a Documentary film.
- Where was Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) produced?
- Ispahan: A Persian Letter (The Chah Mosque at Ispahan) was produced in France.