Backgammon
Backgammon
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Backgammon

DirectorRamin Bahrani

6.0 / 10
1998
12 min
Drama

Backgammon tells the tale of a young Iranian American girl who desperately wants to play backgammon with her stubborn grandfather who has recently arrived from Iran. Within the circle of a family gathering, the film brings together a subtle yet compelling story of generational conflicts and cultural identity.

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