Storm in Our Town (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film
Released in 1958, Storm in Our Town is a thriller and drama film directed by Samuel Khachikian, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. The fates of a madman, a homeless woman, a print shop worker and a playboy are intertwined in the days leading up to Persian New Year. Toofan, an uncategorisable film which moves freely between horror and comedy; documentary, musical and sci-fi, was the first production of Khachikian’s own studio, Azhir Film. After the censor banned Khachikian from making a film about the first serial killer of the modern era in Iran, he turned to one of his own stories, exploring his preferred themes of compassion and evil. Shot both in the studio and on location, it features a memorable sequence of Bonfire Wednesday and a ruin which was rumoured to be a former Qajar era torture dungeon.
Who’s in it. Storm in Our Town stars Hossein Daneshavar.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Storm in Our Town page.
If you liked it. Fans of Storm in Our Town tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Storm in Our Town (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Storm in Our Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Storm in Our Town?
- Storm in Our Town stars Hossein Daneshavar.
- When was Storm in Our Town released?
- Storm in Our Town was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.