Moghimaane Naakoja : مقیمان ناکجا : "Residents of Nowhere" is an Iranian film released in 2017, written and directed by Shahab Hosseini, based on the play "Hotel des Deux Mondes" by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt.
Film Summary
The story unfolds with a young man suddenly finding himself in a peculiar inn, the location of which is unclear. As he delves deeper into understanding the inn's whereabouts, it becomes evident that he is caught in a liminal space between life and death.
Cast
Parinaz Izadyar
Shahab Hosseini
Arman Darvish
Ahmad Saatchian
Nahid Muslimi
Ghazal Nazar
Tania Avakian
Mehdi Hosseini
"Residents of Nowhere (2017): A Cinematic Journey Between Life and Death
Directed by the acclaimed Shahab Hosseini, 'Residents of Nowhere' is a captivating Iranian film that transports viewers into the heart of existential limbo. Inspired by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt's thought-provoking play 'Hotel des Deux Mondes', this movie expertly weaves a narrative that challenges perceptions of reality. When a young man unexpectedly enters a mysterious inn, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, trapped between the realms of life and death. Featuring a stellar cast including Parinaz Izadyar, Shahab Hosseini, and Arman Darvish among others, 'Residents of Nowhere' is a must-watch for those who appreciate cinema that delves into the profound mysteries of existence."
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