Exiled Iranian Director Mohammad Rasoulof's 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' Garners Global Acclaim

The politically charged drama, Germany's Oscar submission, explores authoritarianism's impact on family dynamics and personal freedom.

Mohammad Rasoulof's 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' examines the intersection of state control, family dynamics, and personal responsibility under an authoritarian regime.
The film, made in secret and banned in Iran, depicts a family grappling with fear, repression, and ethical dilemmas as the father enforces state authority.
Set against the backdrop of Iran's 'Woman Life Freedom' protests, the story highlights generational tensions, with daughters challenging societal constraints and parents navigating survival.
The film uses intimate settings and real protest footage to underscore themes of mistrust, submission, and the pervasive influence of totalitarianism on private lives.
'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' has received critical acclaim, winning awards at Cannes and being selected as Germany's submission for the Best International Feature Film at the Oscars.