Question 1

What was the original image that inspired Asghar Farhadi to create 'A Separation'?

Accepted Answer

Director Asghar Farhadi's first idea was the image of a man washing his father who had Alzheimer's, and he built the rest of the film around that scene.

Question 2

Which major international film festivals featured 'A Separation' in 2011?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at festivals including Berlin International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, New York Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, and San Sebastián International Film Festival in 2011.

Question 3

What makes 'A Separation' unique in Iranian cinema history?

Accepted Answer

It was the first Iranian film to win an Oscar, taking home the Academy Award in 2012.

Question 4

How did the Iranian government respond to Asghar Farhadi's support of banned filmmakers during production?

Accepted Answer

After Farhadi spoke in support of banned Iranian filmmakers at the House of Cinema Film Festival, Iran's Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance stopped filming for 10 days in retaliation.

Question 5

What unusual creative choice was made regarding the film's soundtrack?

Accepted Answer

The film has no musical score except during the end credits.

Question 6

What was the director's original inspiration for A Separation?

Accepted Answer

Director Asghar Farhadi's first idea was the image of a man washing his father who had Alzheimer's, and he built the rest of the film around that scene.

Question 7

Which major film festivals featured A Separation in 2011?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at festivals including AFI Fest, Berlin International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, New York Film Festival, and Telluride Film Festival in 2011.

Question 8

What makes A Separation unique in Iranian cinema history?

Accepted Answer

It was the first Iranian film to win an Oscar, taking home the Academy Award in 2012.

Question 9

What difficult decision drives the plot of A Separation?

Accepted Answer

A married couple must choose between moving abroad to improve their child's life or staying in Iran to care for a parent with Alzheimer's disease.

Question 10

How did the director's daughter contribute to the film's recognition?

Accepted Answer

Sarina Farhadi, who plays Termeh, shared the Best Actress (ensemble) Award at the Berlin International Film Festival.

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