A Very Ordinary Citizen

The film centers on Mr. Safari, an 80-year-old pensioner who lives alone, feeling lost and disconnected. His life takes a turn when his son, living abroad, attempts to bring him over for a visit. However, Mr. Safari becomes dangerously fixated on a local female travel agent, hired to assist with the arrangements.

Co-written by the acclaimed filmmaker Jafar Panahi, A Very Ordinary Citizen addresses the impact of Alzheimer's disease and the emotional weight of isolation in a rapidly changing society. This story provides a powerful lens into the struggles faced by the elderly and the complexities of familial relationships in modern Tehran.