The Witness (2025)

7.4/10 • 100 min • Drama

Overview

In Iran, the retired dance teacher Tarlan witnesses her friend Rana's murder by her husband, who is an important government figure. When the police refuse to investigate, Tarlan must decide whether to bow to political pressure or risk her reputation and livelihood in pursuit of justice.

Cast

Maryam Boubani

Tarlan

Nader Naderpour

Solat

Ghazal Shojaei

Ghazal

Hana Kamkar

Zara

Abbas Imani

Tarlan's Son

Farid Eshaghi

Security officer

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