Cloud and the Rising Sun (1997): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1997, Cloud and the Rising Sun is a notable film directed by Mahmoud Kalari.

What it’s about. For his directorial and writing debut, cinematographer Mahmoud Kalari turns to his most familiar subject: filmmaking. A small crew from Tehran is filming in the countryside. Just when they are ready to shoot the final scene, the weather refuses to cooperate. As if that’s not enough of a problem, the lead actor suddenly abandons the shoot to attend to a family emergency. How far will the filmmakers go to accomplish their mission? Having worked on dozens of productions as a cinematographer, Kalari reflects on the absurd and comical situations that befall filmmakers in this charming picture (on which he also served as cinematographer).

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cloud and the Rising Sun page.