The Cyclist (1989) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Cyclist (1989) — The wife of Nasim, an Afghan immigrant in Iran, is gravely ill.
The Cyclist (1989) Storyline
The wife of Nasim, an Afghan immigrant in Iran, is gravely ill. He needs money to pay for her care, but his day labor digging wells does not pay enough. A friend connects Nasim to a two-bit promoter who sells tickets to watch Nasim ride a bicycle continuously for a week. The promoter brings in sick and aged spectators, haranguing them to find hope in Nasim's strength. Aided by his son, who feeds him as he rides, Nasim grinds out the days and shivering nights. Local officials believe this may be a plot and Nasim may be a spy; they try to sabotage him as do those who bet he won't finish the week. Will desperation alone get Nasim the money? Is any triumph an illusion?
Full Cast & Crew
- Mahshid Afsharzadeh as Gypsy Woman
- Firouz Kiani as Motorcyclist
- Samira Makhmalbaf
- Mohammadreza Maleki as Jomeh
- Esmail Soltanian as Showman
- Moharram Zaynalzadeh as Nasim
Why Watch The Cyclist?
The Vibe: The Cyclist is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie from 1989. Directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf, and starring Mahshid Afsharzadeh, Firouz Kiani, Samira Makhmalbaf The wife of Nasim, an Afghan immigrant in Iran, is gravely ill.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.7/10, The Cyclist retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 19m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies, The Cyclist deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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