The Iranian Island

The Iranian Island

In Southern Iran, a young disabled artist and a commune of women and children struggling with addiction find resilience and hope in an island-like house, where dreams of distant sanctuaries give way to the discovery of a true haven among the bonds of family and friendship over the span of eleven years.

1h 13min
The Iranian Island
  • In the south of Iran, a unique house resembling an island serves as the home of Milad, a young, physically disabled artist, and his family and friends. Within its walls, Milad dreams of a beautiful, distant island, only to gradually realize that his true sanctuary is among his loved ones. This home shelters individuals who, despite enduring various hardships like addiction, remain in pursuit of their unfulfilled dreams. Over eleven years, the story unfolds, highlighting the lives of its residents—predominantly women and children—who strive to find hope and light amidst their shared struggles.

  • Languages
  • Filming Locations
    • Iran - Khuzestan
  • Runtime
    1 hour 13 minutes
  • Sound Mix
  • Color
  • Aspect Ratio
    • 9:16
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