2015 | PG-13 | Biography Drama

Set in Iran, this powerful and unbelievable true story follows the brave ambition of Afshin Ghaffarian. During the volatile climate of the 2009 presidential election, where many cultural freedoms were... more

In Movie Theaters U.S.

Friday, April 10, 2015 Limited Limited Release
Friday, April 17, 2015 Expansion Expansion Release

On DVD

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

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On Demand (VOD) Cable, Amazon Instant, Google Play, iTunes

Tuesday, July 14, 2015
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DIRECTOR

Richard Raymond

Screenwriter

Jon Croker

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Rating MPAA

PG-13 for thematic elements, some drug material and violence

Storylines 2 more

Set in Iran, this powerful and unbelievable true story follows the brave ambition of Afshin Ghaffarian. During the volatile climate of the 2009 presidential election, where many cultural freedoms were threatened, Afshin and some friends (including Elaheh played by Freida Pinto) risk their lives and form an underground dance company. Through banned online videos, they learn from timeless legends who cross all cultural divides, such as Michael Jackson, Gene Kelly and Rudolf Nureyev. Afshin and Elaheh also learn much from each other, most importantly how to embrace their passion for dance and for one another.
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Trivia & Production Notes

• Richard Raymond is making his directorial debut with the film.

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