Shirak
Jun 01, 1988 · 1h 54m
Director
Dariush MehrjuiOverview
Set against the stunning landscape of rural Iran, Shirak is a symbolic rural drama centered on a young boy who lives in a small agricultural village that is being terrorized by wild boars. When his father is mauled to death by the boars during an attack on one of the village fields, Shirak suddenly finds himself the head of the household. Determined to hunt down the dangerous animals and kill them, he picks dates in order to be able to purchase a watchdog from one of the local villagers. Together, Shirak and his dog confront the beasts when they attack the village.
Cast of Shirak
Crew of Shirak
About Shirak
What is Shirak about?
Set against the stunning landscape of rural Iran, Shirak is a symbolic rural drama centered on a young boy who lives in a small agricultural village that is being terrorized by wild boars. When his father is mauled to death by the boars during an attack on one of the village fields, Shirak suddenly finds himself the head of the household. Determined to hunt down the dangerous animals and kill…
When was Shirak released?
Shirak was released on June 1, 1988.
How long is Shirak?
Shirak runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).
Who directed Shirak?
Shirak was directed by Dariush Mehrjui.
Who is in the cast of Shirak?
The cast of Shirak includes Ezzatollah Entezami (Haj Khaloo), Mehdi Asadi (Shirak), Hamid Jebeli and Farzaneh Kaboli (Shirak's mother).