Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani, well-established in the international cinema scene, takes on a new role in the upcoming film “Roqya,” set to hit screens on May 25. In this film that is directed by Saïd Belktibia, Farahani portrays a single mother who smuggles exotic animals and illicit goods. To secure a better future for her son, she creates a mobile app connecting users with mystical marabout healers. However, when a consultation goes wrong, both her and her son’s lives are endangered. As we eagerly await her latest role, let’s take a glimpse into some of the memorable movies Golshifteh Farahani has starred in.
Directed by Ridley Scott, Body of Lies is an espionage thriller that sees Golshifteh Farahani in the role of Aisha, a nurse caught in the crossfire of espionage.
Chicken with Plums (2011)
Chicken with Plums is a film directed by Marjane Satrapi and Vincent Paronnaud, based on Satrapi’s graphic novel of the same name. The story takes place in Tehran, Iran, in 1958, and follows Nasser-Ali Khan, a talented musician who becomes despondent when his violin is broken. He decides to give up on life and awaits his death. In the movie, Golshifteh Farahani portrays the character of Irâne, the daughter of a clockmaker who Nasser-Ali Khan met and fell in love with while he was studying the violin.
Two Friends (2015)
Two Friends is a French drama film directed by Louis Garrel. The story centers on the friendship between two men, Clément and Abel. Their friendship is tested when they both fall in love with the same woman, Mona, portrayed by Golshifteh Farahani. At the same time, Mona tries to hide her past from them.
Paterson (2016)
Directed by Jim Jarmusch, Paterson follows the quiet and contemplative life of a bus driver and aspiring poet named Paterson, portrayed by Adam Driver. Golshifteh Farahani shines as Laura, Paterson’s supportive and artistic wife, who encourages him to pursue his dreams amidst the routine of everyday life.
Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge (2017)
In this adventure movie directed by Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg, Golshifteh Farahani joins the cast of the beloved “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise as the mysterious and powerful sea witch Shansa.
The Night Eats the World (2018)
In this French zombie film directed by Dominique Rocher, Golshifteh Farahani takes on the role of Sarah, a survivor in a zombie-infested world, trying to stay alive amidst the chaos caused by the zombie outbreak. Throughout the film, Sarah encounters other survivors, including the protagonist Sam, as they navigate the dangers of the post-apocalyptic landscape and try to find safety from the zombies.
Girls of the Sun (2018)
In this war drama directed by Eva Husson, Golshifteh Farahani portrays Bahar, a Kurdish leader of a battalion of women, who are fighting extremists that conquered their Kurdish town.
Arab Blues (2019)
Directed by Manele Labidi Labbé, Arab Blues is a comedy-drama that follows the journey of Selma, played by Golshifteh Farahani, a Tunisian psychoanalyst who returns to her homeland with the dream to open a psychotherapy practice.
Extraction (2020)
In this action-thriller directed by Sam Hargrave, Golshifteh Farahani shares the screen with Chris Hemsworth, as she portrays Nik Khan, a determined and resourceful mercenary. The film explores themes of redemption and sacrifice amidst intense action sequences.