Taste of Cherry
طعم گيلاس
A middle-aged Tehranian man, Mr. Badii is intent on killing himself and seeks someone to bury him after his demise. Driving around the city, the seemingly well-to-do Badii meets with numerous people, including a Muslim student, asking them to take on the job, but initially he has little luck. Eventually, Badii finds a man who is up for the task because he needs the money, but his new associate soon tries to talk him out of committing suicide.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Kanopy.
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Frequently asked questions about Taste of Cherry
Where can I watch Taste of Cherry in the United States?
Taste of Cherry is available to stream on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Kanopy in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Taste of Cherry on HBO Max?
Yes. Taste of Cherry is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel and Kanopy.
Can I watch Taste of Cherry for free?
Taste of Cherry streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Taste of Cherry?
Taste of Cherry scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Taste of Cherry?
Taste of Cherry stars Homayoun Ershadi, Abdolrahman Bagheri, Safar Ali Moradi, Mir Hossein Noori, and Elham Imani. Abbas Kiarostami is the director.
How long is Taste of Cherry?
Taste of Cherry runs 1h 39m (99 minutes).
When did Taste of Cherry come out?
Taste of Cherry was released on September 28, 1997.
Which studio made Taste of Cherry?
Taste of Cherry was produced by Kanoon, Kiarostami Foundation, and CiBy 2000 in Iran and France.
What was the budget for Taste of Cherry?
Taste of Cherry was made on a budget of $120,000.
How much did Taste of Cherry make at the box office?
Taste of Cherry grossed $10,923 worldwide, against a budget of $120,000.
What language is Taste of Cherry in?
Taste of Cherry is in Persian, and its original title is طعم گيلاس.
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