The Recess
2020, Persian. Directed by Navid Nikkhah Azad.
Inspired by the tragic death of Sahar Khodayari known as Blue Girl in Iran.
Sahar a 17 year old student is determined to skip high school during the recess to attend the football stadium to watch the football match between Esteghlal F.C. vs. Al-Ain as part of AFC Champions League against the national ban on women to enter football stadiums in Iran.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Persian
- Rated
- G
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- Released
- 4 November 2020
- Original title
- زنگ تفریح
- Country
- Iran
- Written by
- Navid Nikkhah Azad
- Budget
- $10K
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How long is The Recess?
The Recess runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
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The Recess parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Recess is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Recess on?
The Recess isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 November 2020. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Recess?
If you liked The Recess, try The Beautiful Game, Tatami, United.
Who directed The Recess?
The Recess (2020) was directed by Navid Nikkhah Azad and stars Mojan Kordi, Reyhaneh Nabiyan, Niloofar Shokouhinia.