Persian Lessons
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Persian Lessons

A young Jewish man in a concentration camp has his life saved when executioners realize he owns a Persian book. Brought before a camp officer who want...s to learn Farsi, Gilles agrees to teach him despite not knowing a word of the l... Show More

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In Persian Lessons, a compelling historical drama, a young Jewish man named Gilles, played by Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, brilliantly disguises himself as an Iranian to escape execution in a concentration camp during World War II. Gilles is captured while trying to flee Europe and is sent to a detention camp where Nazis rule with an iron fist. When asked about his identity, Gilles claims to be Persian and speaks fluent Farsi, even though he cannot prove it.

To substantiate his deception, Gilles begins to teach Persian to his captors, particularly one particularly ruthless Nazi officer, Koch, played by Lars Eidinger. Gilles' life depends on convincing the officer of his faux-identity, and the lessons become a desperate gambit for survival. As Gilles' knowledge of the Persian language is put to the test, tensions rise, and a profound power struggle ensues between the two men.

Persian Lessons skillfully explores themes of identity, deception, and the lengths one would go to preserve their own life. Through vivid performances and a gripping storyline, the film offers a thought-provoking examination of the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and the extraordinary measures taken by individuals to stay alive. With its compelling narrative and emotional depth, Persian Lessons is a must-watch for history buffs and enthusiasts of powerful storytelling.

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Persian Lessons

Release Date:

24 Sep 2020

Writers:

Ilja Zofin, Wolfgang Kohlhaase

Awards:

9 wins & 15 nominations total

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