A masterpiece of the Iranian New Wave, Amir Naderi’s moving, semi-autobiographical drama tells of an 11-year-old orphan boy who struggles to subsist in an Iranian port city by taking various odd jobs.
Iran, 1984, Amir Naderi
Likened to such childhood classics as Truffaut’s The 400 Blows and De Sica’s Shoeshine, this beautifully filmed and inspiring classic is an unforgettable hymn to human survival and aspiration. “A work of astonishing power and simplicity.” –L.A. Times. Cleveland revival premiere. Subtitles. Restored DCP. 94 min. http://www.rialtopictures.com/catalogue/the-runner
General admission $11; members, CIA & CSU I.D.holders, and those age 25 & under $8.
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As a reminder, filmgoers can park for free in Lot 73 and in the Institute’s annex lot, and should enter CIA via nearby Entrance C. Click here for a map.
2022/12/10 - 2022/12/11
The Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque
11610 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
