Stardust Stricken - Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait (1996): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1996, Stardust Stricken - Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait is a documentary film directed by Houshang Golmakani, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Director Mohsen Makhmalbaf claims to have never seen a movie before making his first film. Doubtful as it sounds, this boast matches perfectly with the controversial artist's personae. Stardust Stricken -- Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait documents the work of this Iranian filmmaker. After spending time in prison for political dissidence, Makhmalbaf discovered the social potential of the cinema. Some of his projects include Marriage of the Blessed and The Actor. While creating around 20 films, the outspoken director established new ideas about the nature of his work. In this release, Makhmalbaf speaks about art, human behavior, and his evolving fundamentalist beliefs.

Who’s in it. Stardust Stricken - Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait stars Mohammadali Keshavarz as Himself, Mohsen Makhmalbaf as Himself, Fatemeh Makhmalbaf as Herself and Samira Makhmalbaf as Herself, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Stardust Stricken - Mohsen Makhmalbaf: A Portrait page.

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