About this movie
FIREWALL follows Ani, an Iranian-American girl in Texas longing for her father, lost and unreachable due to an internet firewall in politically turbulent Iran. Ani finds comfort in playing the cello and a beloved pop-up book of the Shahnameh, Iran's longest epic poem. Her mother's frustration over Iranian protests heightens the tension at home, but Ani becomes immersed in a vivid retelling of the Persian legend of Zahhak, the Serpent King. One night, when her father mysteriously returns, ancient Persian mythology intertwines with her reality, forcing her to confront the physical and mental demons that have kept her from finding peace.
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mythology
iran
iranian cinema
persian
persian mythology
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Questions about Firewall
How long is Firewall?
Firewall has a runtime of 15m ( and 15 minutes).
Who directed Firewall?
Firewall was directed by Bita Ghassemi and released in 2025.
What genre is Firewall?
Firewall is a Drama film (2025).
Who stars in Firewall?
The cast of Firewall includes Eman Esfandi, Nazanin Nour, Ayla Farmand, Daniel Ricaud.
