Through the Olive Trees

This film tells the story of a film director who must replace an actor in a scene for his movie Life And Nothing More…. Complications unfold when the new actor has a prior relationship with the woman cast in the scene. This narrative structure underscores the film's meta aspects, exploring the interplay between reality and fiction in cinema.

Through the Olive Trees runs for 104 minutes and features a notable cast including Mohammadali Keshavarz, Farhad Kheradmand, and Zarifeh Shiva. Its blend of drama and romance, along with its unique storytelling approach, makes it a significant entry in Kiarostami's oeuvre. Collectors of international cinema and fans of meta narratives will find this film noteworthy.