Gabbeh (1996)
Overview
An elderly couple go about their routine of cleaning their gabbeh, while bickering gently with each other. Magically, a young woman appears, helping the two clean the rug. This young woman belongs to the clan whose history is depicted in the design of the gabbeh, and the rug recounts the story of the courtship of the young woman by a stranger from the clan.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | fa |
| Popularity | 2.871 |
Directed By
Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Crew
Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Khalil Daroudchi
Khalil Daroudchi
Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Hossein Alizadeh
Mahmoud Kalari
TOP CAST
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