Without Permission (2025 film)
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| Directed by | Hassan Nazer |
| Written by | Hassan Nazer |
| Produced by | Hassan Nazer |
| Starring | Behrouz Sebt Rasoul Setareh Fakhaari Mehdi Mehri |
| Cinematography | Ali Mohammad Ghasemi |
| Edited by |
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| Music by | Amin Sharifi |
| Distributed by | DreamLab Films |
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Running time | 80 minutes |
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| Language | Persian |
Without Permission is a 2025 Iranian–Scottish drama film directed, written and produced by Hassan Nazer. The film starring Behrouz Sebt Rasoul follows the story of an exiled Iranian filmmaker who, after being denied permission to make his scripted project, turns to children to capture their candid voices and perspectives on love, identity, and freedom. By filming secretly in hidden locations, the narrative evolves into a reflection on self-expression within a world of limitations.[1]
The Iranian–British co-production Without Permission, was selected for the main Competition section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival and had its world premiere on 17 September 2025.[2]
The narrative follows a filmmaker's return to his homeland and his collaboration with children in search of a new expressive language—a poetic and introspective journey emphasizing the power of imagination and the self-expression of younger generations. The film's international distribution is handled by the French company DreamLab Films.[3][4]
Plot
An exiled Iranian filmmaker returns home after being denied permission for his scripted film. Determined to capture the voices of the new generation and their unfiltered thoughts on love, identity, and freedom, he turns to children, secretly filming in hidden locations. As he navigates societal and political barriers, his journey becomes a powerful exploration of self-expression in a controlled world.[5] [6] [7]
Production
(To be expanded)
Release
Without Permission had its world premiere in the Competition section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival on 17 September 2025.[8]
Accolades
The film competed for various Vision Awards at Busan International Film Festival.
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Busan International Film Festival | September 26, 2025 | Busan Awards | Without Permission | Nominated | [9][10][11] |
References
- ^ "Without Permission". DreamLab Films. 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
- ^ "«Without Permission» selected for main competition of Busan International Film Festival". ISNA. Iranian Students' News Agency. 4 September 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
- ^ "«بدون مجوز» در بخش اصلی جشنواره بینالمللی فیلم بوسان". ISNA. 26 August 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
- ^ "Without Permission@30th Busan International Film Festival". DreamLab Films. Retrieved 2025-08-26.
- ^ "Without Permission – Synopsis". DreamLab Films. DreamLab Films. 26 August 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
- ^ "Without Permission (2025) – Reference View". IMDb. IMDb. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
- ^ "Without Permission – Program (30th Busan International Film Festival)". BIFF.kr. Busan International Film Festival. 26 September 2025. Retrieved 27 August 2025.
- ^ Shackleton, Liz (August 26, 2025). "Busan Film Festival Unveils Inaugural Competition Line-Up, Including Ten World Premieres". Deadline. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
- ^ "Busan film festival reveals first Competition lineup ahead of 2025 edition". Screen Daily. 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
- ^ ""Without Permission" will have its world premiere in the Official Competition section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival". Tehran Times. 27 August 2025. Retrieved 27 August 2025.
- ^ "Without Permission – Program (30th Busan International Film Festival)". BIFF.kr. Busan International Film Festival. 26 September 2025. Retrieved 27 August 2025.