TEHRAN -- The theatrical release of Woman and Child, the latest film by director Saeed Roustaei, has been postponed from its originally scheduled July 8 debut.
Producer Seyyed Jamal Sadatian announced the delay, citing recent developments in cinema attendance and a desire to avoid overlapping with other recent releases. The film is now expected to premiere in August, pending any unforeseen circumstances.
Woman and Child is a contemporary family drama that delves into themes of revenge and forgiveness. The film was previously featured in the main competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
The cast includes Parinaz Izadyar in the lead role, with performances by Peyman Maadi, Fereshteh Sadr-Arafaei, Sahar Goldoust, Soha Niastey, and Hassan Pourshirazi.