Cyrus the Great (1961)
Original title: Koorosh-e Kabir
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This little known documentary short is actually the first Iranian film to compete in the Cannes festival. It is one of several Iranian documentaries focused on the ancient ruins of Persepolis, a very popular symbol in the nationalist project led by the Shah around the legacy of "Cyrus the Great."
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Genre affinityDocumentaryPacingShortDirector preference1627880Country preferenceIrDecade preference1960Runtime preferenceShort
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Frequently asked questions about Cyrus the Great
What is Cyrus the Great about?
This little known documentary short is actually the first Iranian film to compete in the Cannes festival. It is one of several Iranian documentaries focused on the ancient ruins of Persepolis, a very popular symbol in the nationalist project led by the Shah around the legacy of "Cyrus the Great."
How long is Cyrus the Great?
Cyrus the Great has a runtime of 25 minutes.