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The word of truth

1977 · 110 min

A solemn, faith-driven drama that follows a man's struggle for redemption across decades, with emotional weight and a measured pace.

Directed by
Nezam Fatemi
Genres
Drama
Overview
After twenty-five years in prison, Sarallah tries to avoid evil and theft, but in practice he cannot and steals again. One night, while fleeing (from the police pursuit), he enters the house of a cleric. The cleric's words captivate him and he leads an honorable life. Meeting a woman named Badri makes him determined to start a family and get married, but at this time, Badri's ex-wife arrives. Having a long-standing grudge against Badri, she accuses Badri of a serious crime and sends him to prison. Nasrallah is responsible for raising Badri's daughter, Maryam. Twenty years later, Badri sees his daughter Maryam again. At this time, Nasrallah is a staunch and honorable old man.
How it feels
Earnest, melancholic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.
About
Redemption, faith, family, betrayal
Content
Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.
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Directed by
Nezam Fatemi
Genres
Drama
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Tone
Pacing
measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Era
contemporary
Audience
adult
Form
None
Content intensity
  • Gore none
  • Language none
  • Violence mild
  • Sex none
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ScaleValue0 to 10
Action2
Horror0
Humour1
Realism8
Romance3
Tension4
Darkness6
Complexity5
Emotional weight7

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