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Close-Up

Close-Up

This fiction-documentary hybrid uses a sensational real-life event—the arrest of a young man on charges that he fraudulently impersonated the well-known filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf—as the basis for a stunning, multilayered investigation into movies, identity, artistic creation, and existence, in which the real people from the case play themselves.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: کلوزآپ ، نمای نزدیک
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1990-05-09
  • Runtime: 98 minutes
  • Rating: 7.9/10 (399 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Kanoon
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.0655
  • Languages: Azerbaijani, Persian

Cast & Crew

Hossain Sabzian

Hossain Sabzian

as Self

Monoochehr Ahankhah

Monoochehr Ahankhah

as Self

Mahrokh Ahankhah

Mahrokh Ahankhah

as Self

Abolfazl Ahankhah

Abolfazl Ahankhah

as Self

Mehrdad Ahankhah

Mehrdad Ahankhah

as Self

Nayer Mohseni Zonoozi

Nayer Mohseni Zonoozi

as Self

Hossain Farazmand

Hossain Farazmand

as Reporter

Ahmad Reza Moayed Mohseni

Ahmad Reza Moayed Mohseni

as Family Friend

Hooshang Shamaei

Hooshang Shamaei

as Taxi Driver

Mohammad Ali Barrati

Mohammad Ali Barrati

as Soldier

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Close-up (1990) Trailer | Director: Abbas Kiarostami

External Links

Keywords

movie businessteheran (tehran), iranreenactmentfilmmakerdignified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Close-Up?

Close-Up is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1990-05-09.

Who are the main actors in Close-Up?

The main cast includes Hossain Sabzian, Monoochehr Ahankhah, Mahrokh Ahankhah, Abolfazl Ahankhah, Mehrdad Ahankhah, .

Where can I watch Close-Up online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Close-Up is available.

Is Close-Up based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Close-Up?

Close-Up has an IMDb rating of 7.9/10 based on 399 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Close-Up?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Close-Up?

The soundtrack was composed by Kanoon. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Close-Up filmed?

Close-Up was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Close-Up?

The total runtime of Close-Up is 98 minutes.

Is Close-Up suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Close-Up?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Close-Up.

Does Close-Up have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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