The Cyclist
Feb 01, 1989 · 1h 19m
Director
Mohsen MakhmalbafOverview
The wife of Nasim, an Afghan immigrant in Iran, is gravely ill. He needs money to pay for her care, but his day labor digging wells does not pay enough. A friend connects Nasim to a two-bit promoter who sells tickets to watch Nasim ride a bicycle continuously for a week. The promoter brings in sick and aged spectators, haranguing them to find hope in Nasim's strength. Aided by his son, who feeds him as he rides, Nasim grinds out the days and shivering nights. Local officials believe this may be a plot and Nasim may be a spy; they try to sabotage him as do those who bet he won't finish the week. Will desperation alone get Nasim the money? Is any triumph an illusion?
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About The Cyclist
What is The Cyclist about?
The wife of Nasim, an Afghan immigrant in Iran, is gravely ill. He needs money to pay for her care, but his day labor digging wells does not pay enough. A friend connects Nasim to a two-bit promoter who sells tickets to watch Nasim ride a bicycle continuously for a week. The promoter brings in sick and aged spectators, haranguing them to find hope in Nasim's strength. Aided by his son, who feeds…
When was The Cyclist released?
The Cyclist was released on February 1, 1989.
How long is The Cyclist?
The Cyclist runs 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).
Who directed The Cyclist?
The Cyclist was directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.
Who is in the cast of The Cyclist?
The cast of The Cyclist includes Mahshid Afsharzadeh (Gypsy Woman), Firouz Kiani (Motorcyclist), Samira Makhmalbaf, Mohammadreza Maleki (Jomeh) and Esmail Soltanian (Showman).