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  • The Circle - Explores the lives of women in a patriarchal society, similar to the themes in Once Upon a Time in Iran.
  • A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night - Combines social commentary with a unique narrative style, much like Once Upon a Time in Iran.
  • Persepolis - Animated film depicting the struggles of a young girl in an oppressive regime, akin to the themes in Once Upon a Time in Iran.
  • The Song of Sparrows - Focuses on the resilience of the human spirit in a changing social landscape.
  • The White Balloon - Explores the innocence and struggles of childhood in Iran.
  • Women Without Men - Studies the lives of women seeking freedom in a restrictive society.
  • About Elly - A complex portrayal of relationships set against societal expectations.
  • Taxi - Combines humor and social critique, offering a glimpse into Iranian society.
  • The Past - Explores personal relationships within the context of cultural background.
  • A Separation - Delves into family dynamics and societal issues in Iran.
  • Tehran Taboo - Animated film that comments on the modern life of women in Iran.
  • The Salesman - Reflects the complexities of modern Iranian life through personal struggles.
  • Sohrab's Sorrow - Examines the effects of political turmoil on personal and familial relationships.
  • The Last Step - Focuses on women's struggles and societal norms in a contemporary setting.
  • The Wind Will Carry Us - Explores the poetical aspects of life, culture, and death in Iran.
  • Five Broken Cameras - A personal documentary that showcases the struggle against oppression.
  • Nights of Cabiria - Focuses on a woman's resilience and search for love in challenging circumstances.
  • The Kite Runner - Explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and redemption against a backdrop of sociopolitical changes.
  • Rang-e Khodaa - Focuses on the challenges of a child's life in Iran.
  • Taste of Cherry - Explores existential themes and the search for meaning in life.
  • The Color of Paradise - A heartfelt story that touches on the challenges faced by disabled individuals in Iran.
  • Where Is the Friend's Home? - Focuses on the innocence of childhood and the importance of ethics.
  • The Stoning of Soraya M. - Addresses the severe consequences of societal norms on women.
  • The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Features strong female leads confronting systemic issues, mirroring similar themes.
  • Mustang - A film focusing on the imprisonment of young women in a conservative society.
  • In the Name of Ben Hur - Offers a perspective on faith and social justice in a modern setting.
  • Girlhood - Explores the lives of young women in a specific cultural setting.
  • The Hunting Ground - A documentary addressing societal issues surrounding abuse and justice.
  • Hotel Rwanda - Addresses the themes of conflict and humanitarian crises in a historically significant context.
  • The Breadwinner - Animated film focused on a girl's journey to support her family in Afghanistan.
  • The Great Silence - A social commentary wrapped in a dramatic narrative, similar to the themes of Once Upon a Time in Iran.
  • The Other Side of Hope - An exploration of humanity and resilience amid societal change.
  • I Am Not a Witch - Focuses on themes of oppression and child rights in a narrative fashion.
  • City of God - Depicts social issues and the life struggles of individuals within a community.
  • Lion - A journey of self-discovery and cultural identity amidst personal struggles.
  • In the Fade - Explores themes of loss and justice in a personal narrative.
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# Title Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status
1
The Circle
The Circle 110 min
2017 United Arab Emirates 105597 5.4 Film HD
2
A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night
A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night 101 min
2014 United States of America 41468 6.9 Film HD
3
Persepolis
Persepolis 95 min
2007 France 106389 8 Film HD
4
About Elly
About Elly 119 min
2009 Iran 61223 7.9 Film HD
5
Taxi
Taxi 86 min
1998 France 95489 7 Film HD
6
The Past
The Past 130 min
2013 France 52544 7.7 Film HD
7
A Separation
A Separation 123 min
2011 France 278559 8.3 Film HD
8
Tehran Taboo
Tehran Taboo 96 min
2017 Germany 5390 7.1 Film HD
9
The Salesman
The Salesman 125 min
2016 Iran 69001 7.7 Film HD
10
Nights of Cabiria
Nights of Cabiria 110 min
1957 Italy 57244 8.1 Film HD
11
The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner 128 min
2007 China 85357 7.5 Film HD
12
Taste of Cherry
Taste of Cherry 100 min
1997 Iran 44386 7.7 Film HD
13
The Stoning of Soraya M.
The Stoning of Soraya M. 114 min
2009 United States of America 23224 7.9 Film HD
14
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo 158 min
2011 Sweden 529931 7.8 Film HD
15
Mustang
Mustang 97 min
2015 Turkey 43166 7.6 Film HD
16
Girlhood
Girlhood 112 min
2014 France 10585 6.9 Film HD
17
Hotel Rwanda
Hotel Rwanda 121 min
2004 Italy 392838 8.1 Film HD
18
The Breadwinner
The Breadwinner 94 min
2017 Canada 30970 7.7 Film HD
19
The Great Silence
The Great Silence 106 min
1968 Italy 20596 7.7 Film HD
20
The Other Side of Hope
The Other Side of Hope 101 min
2017 Finland 14863 7.2 Film HD
21
I Am Not a Witch
I Am Not a Witch 93 min
2017 France 4956 6.9 Film HD
22
City of God
City of God 129 min
2002 Brazil 873814 8.6 Film HD
23
Lion
Lion 118 min
2016 Australia 267334 8 Film HD
24
In the Fade
In the Fade 106 min
2017 France 37905 7.1 Film HD