Cast
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Navid Negahban
as Victor Daniels
Paul Sorvino
as Shah of Iran
Mandy Bruno Bogue
as Mesha
Martin Kove
as Ayatollah Khalkhali
Mary Apick
as Sarah Daniels
Eric Etebari
as Cyrus
Herzl Tobey
as Rajavi
Joanne Baron
as Haleh
Vachik Mangassarian
as Samuel Daniels
Suzi Lorraine
as Miriam Daniels
Shayan Shojaee
as Behrouz Daniels
Ken Davitian
as Sheik Omar
Sally Kirkland
as Francine Wayne
Khigh Abner
as American Embassy Hostage
Ramsey Faragallah
as Isaac
Crew
Director
- Dylan Bank
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Price for Freedom examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Dylan Bank brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Price for Freedom took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.4 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 120 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 160 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2409 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 194 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 7, 2017
- Runtime: 2h
- Budget: $375,000