The Storm (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2002, The Storm is a drama film directed by Taha Karimi, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. Through rich imagery and emotional symbolism, the film explores Kurdish identity, hope, and struggle. portraying life as both resistance and renewal. Despite its brevity, Zrian carries the depth and artistic sensitivity that later defined Karimi’s documentaries, blending realism and metaphor to reveal the unseen boundaries of life in Kurdistan
Who’s in it. The Storm stars Shaho Mahmoodi as Shaho, Kaiwan Zabihi as Bakr, Khalil Khoshkalam and Shadrawan Hashim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Storm 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 The Storm page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Storm tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Storm (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Storm change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Storm worth watching?
- The Storm holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Storm?
- The Storm stars Shaho Mahmoodi, Kaiwan Zabihi, Khalil Khoshkalam, Shadrawan Hashim and Ali Majidzadeh.
- When was The Storm released?
- The Storm was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.