Reading Lolita in Tehran
2024, English. Directed by Eran Riklis.
In 1979, amidst censorship and religious extremism, a revolutionary literature professor in Tehran gathers seven of her most dedicated female students to immerse themselves in banned literary classics.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 21 November 2024
- Country
- Italy, Israel, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Marjorie David, Eran Riklis
- Box office
- $1.4M
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What Reading Lolita in Tehran is based on
Reading Lolita in Tehran is based on Reading Lolita in Tehran, a 2003 novel by Azar Nafisi.
Novel · 2003
Reading Lolita in Tehran
By Azar Nafisi
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Reading Lolita in Tehran: quick answers
Is Reading Lolita in Tehran worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Reading Lolita in Tehran?
Reading Lolita in Tehran runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Reading Lolita in Tehran have a post-credits scene?
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Reading Lolita in Tehran parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Reading Lolita in Tehran is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Reading Lolita in Tehran on?
Reading Lolita in Tehran isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Reading Lolita in Tehran?
If you liked Reading Lolita in Tehran, try Mustang, Wadjda, Difret.
Who directed Reading Lolita in Tehran?
Reading Lolita in Tehran (2024) was directed by Eran Riklis and stars Golshifteh Farahani, Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Mina Kavani.
What is Reading Lolita in Tehran based on?
Reading Lolita in Tehran is based on Reading Lolita in Tehran, a 2003 novel by Azar Nafisi.