Pir Pesar

Firstly, the movie is not tiering considering the fact that it's over 3h. Even after the second time of watching it in the theaters.

I was absolutely glued to my seat, same experience for most others as well.

First time watching it, it's a completely different experience than the second time.

Definitely worth the time!

The acting is EXCEPTIONAL. Especially Hassan Pourshirazi. Oscar worthy performance as the role of the father.

The storyline is great, as I didn't find any kind of plot holes, nor continuity errors.

The main idea is inspired from many different old Persian and Russian novels and tales.

Considering this is the director's second film, he has done an exceptional job.

The shots were great as well.

The sound design was also REALLY good, with the music really giving off the appropriate feeling for the scenes.

The color in this movie, really moved me. As everything looks very old and "woody".

Definitely one of the best movies I have witnessed in the theaters.

Well, where do I even begin? I just left the theater a few hours ago, and I'm still in shock. The movie starts off intriguingly, skillfully introducing each character. You immediately get a strong sense of everyone's personality and background, which makes it easy to connect with them on a deeper level.

The direction was stunning, and the cinematography was breathtaking. But what truly stood out was the acting. The entire cast-Qolam (Hassan Pourshirazi), Ali (Hamed Behdad), Reza (Mohammad Valizadegan), and Raana (Leila Hatami)-delivered performances that were nothing short of exceptional. Hassan Pourshirazi's portrayal of Qolam was particularly profound; it felt like the character and actor were one and the same. His performance ranks among the most realistic and deeply moving in recent Iranian cinema.

I've noticed some negative reviews, which I believe stem from the film challenging deeply rooted taboos in Iranian society. This film bravely confronts a taboo rarely addressed in Iranian cinema: the unquestioned respect for parents, especially fathers, regardless of their behavior. I'm not saying fathers shouldn't be respected, but only if they truly fulfill the role of a father-that is, someone a child can rely on and trust.

In many countries, organizations exist to support children with abusive parents or women facing abuse from older men-another taboo topic this film highlights. But in Iran, a father can legally inflict severe harm on his children, sometimes even lethal, with minimal consequences. This film powerfully depicts how a father's destructive behavior can ruin his children's lives, leaving them powerless to stand up against him.

Some critics argue that if this movie were made in Hollywood, it wouldn't have the same impact. But films must be judged within the cultural and social context in which they were made. It's telling that the film was completed four years ago but only released recently-no doubt due to government censorship cutting many scenes. Iranian filmmakers don't enjoy the creative freedom their Western counterparts do.

Taking all this into account, this film is a masterpiece that held me captive from start to finish. The last 30 minutes had me on the edge of my seat, and when the credits rolled, I was so overwhelmed I couldn't move for several minutes. This is a must-watch film that sheds light on how children can become victims of their parents, how young women can suffer at the hands of older men, and how society itself can fail its youth.

A truly brilliant film with outstanding performances.

"Old Bachelor" is a precise, orderly, thoughtful, and tasteful film that lingers in the mind due to its production quality and subject matter.

This film is over three hours long, but it neither tires nor loses the audience.

It has a very solid rhythm and full of details.

The performances are all excellent and spot-on.

I was able to understand and get to know all the characters. Especially the character of the eldest son (Ali) felt very tangible and relatable to me.

The set design, lighting, and color palette are phenomenal.

It has one of the best cinematographies in Iranian cinema.

The music is also excellent and conveys that tension and excitement in the best possible way.

Alongside all its strengths, I think the film's duration could have been more cohesive and shorter!

Like numerous scenes depicting the 'Father' character's drug use.

This might be justified for character explanation in the early scenes, but it feels excessive in the second half!

Another issue is the symbolism; while it mostly flows with the film, in some places it seems illogical!

Overall, "Old Bachelor" is a well-crafted, polished film with strong performances and respectable quality!

It has so many commendable strengths that make one overlook its flaws.

The Old Bachelor is one of those rare films that dares to be honest. It doesn't shout or preach-it simply presents. The relationship that slowly forms between the characters played by Leila Hatami and Hamed Behdad may feel natural, even ordinary, in real life, but within the narrow confines of Iranian cinema, it feels fresh, bold, and quietly subversive.

Leila Hatami delivers a subtle, layered performance-once again showing how a female character can be portrayed with depth and nuance, without melodrama or overstatement. She plays a tired, complex, emotionally wounded woman whose silences carry meaning and weight.

Opposite her, Hamed Behdad brings a restless energy to the screen. His character, impulsive and raw, becomes the perfect counterbalance to Hatami's restraint. What emerges between them is not a typical love story, but a human connection that grows out of shared loneliness and mutual understanding-a kind of emotional recognition more than romance.

Meanwhile, Hassan Pourshirazi grounds the film with a deeply lived-in performance. He doesn't so much play the role as inhabit it. His quiet presence and expressive stillness lend the story an earthy authenticity.

The Old Bachelor tells a story that, in the real world, might pass unnoticed. But in Iranian cinema-often limited by censorship and symbolic overcomplication-this kind of direct, emotionally honest narrative feels both unusual and necessary. That contrast is what makes the film so compelling.

I've never seen an Iranian movie like The old Bracher in my whole cinematic life. Even I watched Maybe all of Iranian movies but there is nothing like this. That was spectacular. Absolute Cinema. I recommend it to the world as an amazing experiment. You won't blink while watching. It has unforgeable scenario, mind blowing actors such as Mr Poorshirazi.the music has feeling. It's related to the contain scene the movie doesn't have any additional or annoying scene.althiu It has only three location and the most of the movie is just in one. I haven't seen anything except Cinema, interest and goods. Watch it in Cinema.