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Still Life (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1974, Still Life is a drama film directed by Sohrab Shahid Saless, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. A minimalist study of lonely, isolated existence. Mohamad Sardari has spent thirty years at a remote outpost raising and lowering a gate to keep road traffic from crossing tracks when a train passes. He lives with his wife in an unadorned shack; a few bare trees dot the threadbare landscape.

Who’s in it. Still Life stars Zadour Bonyadi as Mohamad Sardari, Mohammed Kani, Hibibollah Safarian and Habib Safaryan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Still Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Still Life page.

If you liked it. Fans of Still Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Still Life (1974)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Still Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Still Life worth watching?
Still Life holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Still Life?
Still Life stars Zadour Bonyadi, Mohammed Kani, Hibibollah Safarian, Habib Safaryan and Zahra Yazdani.
When was Still Life released?
Still Life was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.