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AKHTAR, THE JOKER

Akhtar-e Maskhara

Directed by Latif Ahmadi
Afghanistan, 1981
Drama
  • 7777 minutes

Synopsis

Akhtar is a poor, alcoholic clown who often drinks with a rich friend of his. One day, he confesses to his friend that he is in love with his sister, Shala. The friend gets furious and has Akhtareh beaten by all his family.

Synopsis

Akhtar is a poor, alcoholic clown who often drinks with a rich friend of his. One day, he confesses to his friend that he is in love with his sister, Shala. The friend gets furious and has Akhtareh beaten by all his family.