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Backgammon (1998) | Slate

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Rated 6.7 on TMDB

Backgammon

Backgammon tells the tale of a young Iranian American girl who desperately wants to play backgammon with her stubborn grandfather who has recently arrived from Iran. Within the circle of a family gathering, the film brings together a subtle yet compelling story of generational conflicts and cultural identity.

Released: 1998
Runtime: 12m
Genres: Drama
Country: United States of America
Language: English

Direction and writing

Ramin BahraniDirector

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Cast

Manou MarzbanGrandfather
Sheema RegimandSheema

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