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The Translator

Roya left her job to care for her Alzheimer's-stricken father-in-law and works from home as a translator. One day, he leaves the house due to her negligence. When her husband returns, Roya pretends he's asleep in his room.

  • Milad Shiri
    Director
  • Milad Shiri
    Writer
  • Milad Shiri
    Producer
  • Padina Kiani
    Key Cast
    "Roya"
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Motarjem
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 5, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    2,300 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Country of Filming:
    Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Language:
    Persian
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Milad Shiri

Milad Shiri, born on May 28, 1991, in Iran, is a graduate of film directing from Soore International University. His favorite international film is "Bicycle Thieves" by Vittorio De Sica, and his favorite Iranian film is "A Separation" by Asghar Farhadi.

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Director Statement

Cinema is the art of observation and feeling, where each frame is a masterpiece and every dialogue is a poem.