‘Au pays de nos frères’ Set to Premiere, Highlighting Afghan Refugees’ Struggles in Iran

The debut film by Alireza Ghasemi and Raha Amirfazli, co-produced by France, uses a triptych narrative to explore decades of hardship faced by Afghan refugees in Iran.

The film premieres on April 2, 2025, offering a rare cinematic exploration of the challenges faced by Afghan refugees in Iran since 2001.
Covertly filmed in Iran and co-produced by France, the movie sheds light on a politically sensitive and underrepresented issue.
Through a triptych narrative structure, the film portrays interconnected stories of refugees striving for citizenship and survival over decades.
Critics have praised the film for its intensity and lack of pathos, marking it as a significant debut in global cinema.
Directed by first-time filmmakers Alireza Ghasemi and Raha Amirfazli, the film has already garnered critical acclaim ahead of its release.