Special Screening
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Okinawa Premiere
『The Runner』
Director: Amir Naderi
1985／94 minutes／Iran／Persian／FHD
In the Persian Gulf, young Amiro lives a solitary life, taking odd jobs to survive and yearning for a life beyond his surroundings. His fascination with the planes and tankers that pass by fuels his imagination. His solace lies in aimless running, finding purpose in the simplicity of movement. This 1984 film from director Amir Naderi is often cited as the beginning of the post-revolutionary Iranian New Wave and its first masterpiece.
＜Director Profile＞
Amir Naderi
Amir Naderi, born in Abadan, Iran, made his directorial debut with "Goodbye, Friend" in 1971. He achieved international acclaim with cinema classics like "The Runner" (1985) and "Water, Wind, Dust" (1989), the former being praised as one of the most influential films of the past quarter century by critics. Naderi's films have premiered at esteemed events, including the Film Society of Lincoln Center/MoMA's New Directors/New Films series, as well as the Venice, Cannes, Tribeca, and Sundance Film Festivals.
