Waiting for Kiarostami (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film
Released in 2017, Waiting for Kiarostami is a drama film directed by Hossein Khandan, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Inspired by real events, Waiting for Kiarostami focuses on the life of Dorsa, a medical student at Ningbo University in China, who has to choose between her father’s wish for her to become a doctor, and her own passion to become a singer and an actress. When Hossein Khandan nominates Dorsa to play the leading role in Abbas Kiarostami’s next film slated to shoot in China, Dorsa’s mom, who shares her passion for acting and the arts and is unconditionally on Dorsa’s side, becomes an acting coach to help her through the casting process; whereas her father opposes his daughter’s involvement in anything other than her studies. Dorsa faces some challenges in her quest to find a balance between her true passion and her family life.
Who’s in it. Waiting for Kiarostami stars Homayoun Ershadi as Koroush Sinaki, Ana Bayat as Fariba Sinaki, Dorsa Sinaki as Dorsa Sinaki and Randy Williams as Businessman, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waiting for Kiarostami page.
If you liked it. Fans of Waiting for Kiarostami tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waiting for Kiarostami (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Waiting for Kiarostami change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Waiting for Kiarostami?
- Waiting for Kiarostami stars Homayoun Ershadi, Ana Bayat, Dorsa Sinaki, Randy Williams and Ding Wen Qing.
- When was Waiting for Kiarostami released?
- Waiting for Kiarostami was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.