Question 1

What real-life detail about the daughter's name adds cultural significance to the story?

Accepted Answer

The name 'Mahtob' means 'moonlight' in Farsi, according to IMDb trivia.

Question 2

Which actor faced real-world consequences from audiences confusing him with his character?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Molina was once punched by a man who saw the movie and thought Molina was the real Moody, not just an actor.

Question 3

What personal conflict did Alfred Molina experience while filming his role?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Molina hated having to hit Sally Field during filming, as noted in IMDb trivia.

Question 4

How did the real-life daughter make a cameo appearance in the film?

Accepted Answer

The real Mahtob appeared as an extra in a school scene, according to IMDb trivia.

Question 5

What happened to the real-life husband figure years after the events depicted?

Accepted Answer

The real Seyyed Bozorg Mahmoody died in 2009, as stated in IMDb trivia.

Not Without My Daughter

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