Drown 2020
In the claustrophobic backstreets of Tehran, *Drown (2020)* plunges into a tale of honor, betrayal, and the dark underbelly of reputation.
Director: Mohammad Kart
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drown (2020) about?
*Drown* follows Hashem, a Tehran community leader whose obsession with restoring his reputation leads to a brutal act of violence when his wife's private video is leaked. His brother, Hojat, a man with a past clouded by wrongful accusations, re-enters a world of crime to uncover the hidden players pulling the strings behind the tragedy.
Who directed Drown?
Mohammad Kart directed *Drown*, crafting a gritty Tehran-set drama that blends crime and moral dilemmas.
Who stars in Drown?
The film features Javad Ezzati, Amir Aghaei, Tannaz Tabatabaei, Ali Shadman, and Mahlegha Bagheri as the core cast navigating its intense narrative.
Is Drown (2020) worth watching?
As a crime-drenched drama with strong thematic depth, *Drown* offers a raw look at Tehran's underworld and the extremes of honor culture. While unrated, its atmospheric tension and engaging mystery make it compelling for fans of intense character studies and urban noir.
How long is Drown?
The film runs for 120 minutes.
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About Drown (2020) — A Tehran dark drama of honor, crime, and buried secrets
In the claustrophobic backstreets of Tehran, *Drown (2020)* plunges into a tale of honor, betrayal, and the dark underbelly of reputation. Directed by Mohammad Kart, this gripping drama unfolds when Parvaneh, a woman whose private life is exposed in a leaked video, is violently murdered by her husband Hashem, a powerful neighborhood figure desperate to salvage his tarnished image. Hashem's brother, Hojat—a man once wronged by a false drug-smuggling charge—ditches his reclaimed innocence to dive back into the city's criminal depths, hunting for the shadowy forces manipulating his brother's downfall.
As Hojat navigates the labyrinthine alleys and underground networks of Tehran, the film weaves a tense web of moral ambiguity, family loyalty, and the cost of redemption. With striking visuals that mirror the suffocating tension of its characters' choices, *Drown* explores how far one will go to protect—or destroy—what remains of their name.