Elpis
2023, English. Directed by Rouzbeh Rashidi.
Elpis is a poetic essay film about the effects of the Iran–Iraq War and its trauma and psychological impact. It is narrated through the voice of a woman writing a book. It embraces many subjects, such as war, diaspora, immigration, love and alienation, using sensory and experiential techniques. The film showcases lavish ethereal landscapes and nature, in Estonia, Latvia, Ireland and Germany. Iraqi-German writer and artist Claudia Basrawi narrates, fitting the film perfectly to the subject matter it explores.
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- 1h 11m
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- English
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Elpis runs 71 minutes (1h 11m).
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Elpis isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 April 2023. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Elpis?
If you liked Elpis, try Let There Be Light, For Sama, The Boys in the Boat.
Who directed Elpis?
Elpis (2023) was directed by Rouzbeh Rashidi.