THE MAJOR MOVIE

Executive Producer:

For Women Life Freedom Non-Profit Organization

Producers:
Taylor hanson
Hamid Saeedi

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Co-Producers:
Babak Kazemi

Katy Amiri-Younesi

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Studio:
Hanson Recording Studio, LA

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With presense of 16,000 choir members from all over Los Angeles in the recording studio

"The Major" is a compelling and intense drama that explores the chaos unleashed in a city following the arrival of an unyielding German tracking dog at a customs dock. The dog's presence, representing a force that cannot be negotiated or controlled, becomes a catalyst for unraveling the delicate balance of power and order within the community. As the situation spirals out of control, the film delves deep into the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by those in power and the ordinary citizens caught in the crossfire.

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Played and produced by Hamid Farrokhnezhad, a celebrated figure in Iranian cinema, "The Major" was poised to be a landmark film in his illustrious career. However, the movie faced significant backlash from Iranian authorities. Due to its bold narrative and perhaps its underlying political and social commentary, the film was banned from screening in Iran. The government's refusal to approve the movie for public viewing led to its foreclosure, effectively silencing the story it sought to tell.

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In the wake of this controversy, Hamid Farrokhnezhad, both the lead actor and producer of "The Major," made the difficult decision to leave Iran. His departure marked a significant moment in Iranian cinema, as it underscored the ongoing struggles faced by filmmakers and artists in expressing their creativity and confronting societal issues. Farrokhnezhad's departure from the country underscored the broader implications of censorship and the challenges that artists face in the face of political constraints.

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Despite the film's suppression in Iran, "The Major" remains a symbol of resistance and a testament to the relentless pursuit of artistic freedom. Farrokhnezhad's journey reflects the sacrifices that many artists make to ensure their voices are heard, even when their work is met with opposition.