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One driver, six passengers, one road, and one incident!

I originally planned to watch this film in theaters, based on a recommendation from Ehsan Mansouri-but it didn't work out.

Eventually, the film was released, and I watched it right away. All I can say is: what a movie! I think we should keep an eye on its director, Ali Zarnegar-this was his debut, and it shows a lot of promise.

In this film, we join the passengers of a van on a shared journey. We get to know their lives, their personalities, and the stories behind each of them. Each character represents a certain mindset or worldview found in today's society. The film does a brilliant job showing how people try to justify their decisions as "ethical," only for us to discover later that those choices were neither moral nor correct.

I'm hesitant to say more, as I don't want to spoil anything.

So I'll just say this: I really liked Cause of Death: Unknown, and if you're into serious, socially-driven Iranian cinema, don't miss this one. The film was banned for three years before release, and it's worth the wait. I'd give it a 6 out of 10-and those who follow my reviews know that's a solid rating coming from me.

(For context, the film currently has a 6.9 rating on IMDb.)

I'd been wanting to sit down and watch all the Marvel movies from the beginning, in order, for a long time-just to see if I could finally understand this bizarre cinematic universe. Then I found out Mahdiar had all the Marvel movies neatly organized, downloaded, and dubbed. So I jumped at the chance.

About halfway through Iron Man, I suddenly remembered that not only had I already seen the first one, but I'd also seen parts 2 and 3. So it didn't feel as fresh or exciting to me.

Still, there was something oddly comforting about watching a movie where the plot wasn't that important and people were just fighting and blowing things up-it reminded me of my high school days when I was obsessed with Jean-Claude Van Damme, Steven Seagal, and that whole genre.

One interesting surprise was recognizing one of the actors from the Tehran TV series (the character Faraz) in Iron Man. That caught me off guard in a fun way.

Overall, I enjoyed the film. I'd give it a 6 out of 10 (even though its IMDb rating is 7.9). And if you're in the mood-and have the time-to join me on this epic Marvel journey (which might take the rest of my life), I say let's do it!

After what felt like a full year of dull, uninspired comedies, I finally came across an Iranian film that actually delivered a proper laugh-Texas 3. While it's far from perfect, it was entertaining enough to make me sit through the entire movie with a smile on my face, which is more than I can say for many recent attempts at comedy.

The familiar duo of Sam Derakhshani and Pejman Jamshidi once again brought a sense of charm and effortless chemistry to the screen. There's something about their dynamic that just works. Even though the comedic tone in this third installment was noticeably more subdued compared to the earlier Texas films, the story still had enough engaging twists and funny moments to keep things moving.

What really stood out to me this time was Pejman Jamshidi's performance. While he sometimes struggles to find his place in serious roles-like in Bi Badan-he's right at home in a light-hearted comedy like this. His timing, delivery, and presence bring a warmth to the film that makes you want to root for his character, even when the jokes don't always land.

Now, let's be honest-the film isn't groundbreaking, and some scenes are predictable or overdone. And yes, the IMDb rating of 3.7 might scare some viewers away. But if you're in the mood for something light and easy to watch, with a few genuine laughs and a familiar, feel-good vibe, Texas 3 will do the trick.

I personally give it a 6 out of 10, and if you've enjoyed the previous films or just want to see a decent Iranian comedy for a change, I'd say give it a go.