cross-posted from: https://kbin.social/m/movies/t/702226

The Iranian thriller drama “Just 6.5” (also known as “Law of Tehran”) written and directed by Saeed Roustayi has been included in the list of 50 best films released in the UK in 2023 by The Guardian. A production of 2019, the movie hit the cinemas in the UK in March, after being released in eight other countries and participating in about 30 international film festivals across the globe.

Upon its premiere in Iran in February 2019, the film won multiple awards, including the Crystal Simorgh for Audience Choice of Best Film, at the 37th Fajr Film Festival. Later in the September that year, it was well received by critics at the 76th Venice Film Festival. It also received several nominations at international film festivals and won awards from festivals in Tokyo, Bordeaux, and Zurich among others.