خار و خاک

Khar o Khak (Thorn and Dust) (فیلم خار و خاک) is an Iranian drama and social film directed, written, and produced by Hassan Mohammadi. The movie explores everyday life and the social challenges faced by people living in contemporary Tehran. Its story follows several characters whose lives become connected through complicated family relationships, personal struggles, and difficult social circumstances. As they confront cultural and economic pressures, they are forced to make difficult choices that test their relationships, hopes, and resilience.

The film features an ensemble cast including Omid Zendegani, Mokhtar Saeghi, Ebrahim Shojaei, Hassan Mohammadi, Majid Shahriari, Fatemeh Shokri, Farahnaz Monafi Zaher, Amir Sharifi, Amin Soltani, Elham Kalatagi, Leila Afshar, Davood Kabir, and several other actors.

Khar o Khak focuses on realistic human experiences rather than relying on spectacular events. Through its characters and their struggles, the film examines themes such as family, financial hardship, social pressures, responsibility, and the difficulties of maintaining hope during challenging times. The combination of drama and social commentary makes the film a reflection on modern Iranian society and the obstacles ordinary people encounter in their daily lives.