# Taxi (2015)

> A banned Iranian filmmaker disguises a cinematic act of dissent as a taxi ride through Tehran, turning passengers’ conversations into an affectionate social portrait.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/200759

## Facts

- Runtime: 81 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Jafar Panahi
- Cast: Jafar Panahi, Hana Saeidi, Nasrin Sotoudeh, Majid Panahi
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4359416/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, warm, subversive, thoughtful afternoon, international cinema night

## Synopsis

A filmmaker's journey through Tehran's streets reveals the heart of its people.

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