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In 2009, Iranian-American journalist Maziar Bahari returns to Iran to cover a crucial election. However, his reporting leads to his arrest and a harrowing experience of brutal interrogation and torture at the hands of Iranian authorities. Based on a true story, the film portrays his fight for survival and the strength of the human spirit amidst unimaginable adversity, highlighting the importance of freedom of the press and the power of truth.

In 2009, Iranian-American journalist Maziar Bahari returns to Iran to cover a crucial election. However, his reporting leads to his arrest and a harrowing experience of brutal interrogation and torture at the hands of Iranian authorities. Based on a true story, the film portrays his fight for survival and the strength of the human spirit amidst unimaginable adversity, highlighting the importance of freedom of the press and the power of truth.

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67

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7.3

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76%

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68%

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6.6 /10

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65

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5.00/5

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