Through The Olive Trees- Abbas Kiarostami Jun 2026

The film tells the story of a young man, Hossain, who lives with his mother in a rural village. Hossain's love for a local woman, Tahereh, is unrequited, and she instead begins a relationship with another man, Ayoub. The film's narrative is divided into three distinct parts: a fictional love story, a documentary-style segment featuring real villagers, and a final section that blends fiction and reality. This non-linear storytelling approach creates a dreamlike atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the world of the film.

is the final film in Kiarostami's "Koker Trilogy," following Where Is the Friend's Home? and And Life Goes On . Through the olive trees- Abbas Kiarostami

★★★★½ (Essential viewing for lovers of world cinema and metafiction.) The film tells the story of a young

Kiarostami’s aesthetic choices in Through the Olive Trees are precise and deeply intentional. The Long Take and Stationary Camera ★★★★½ (Essential viewing for lovers of world cinema