17. Under the Shadow
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Under the Shadow is a Persian-language psychological horror film that made waves at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. Directed by Babak Anvari, the film is set in 1980s Tehran and is about a mother and daughter, who have a haunting presence in their home. Set amidst the War of the Cities, the film has political themes, which it blends with Islamic mythology. The film’s themes of oppression are compellingly portrayed and it is a heavy watch for one person.
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