The Iran Job

2012 | 90 minutes | 5.5 ★ (8)

The Iran Job
  • Overview

    This eye-opening documentary follows American basketball player Kevin Sheppard during his 2008-09 season playing for a professional team in Iran. Although Kevin is nervous, he makes many friends, including several politically active Iranian women.

  • Release Date

    28 September 2012

  • DirectingTill Schauder
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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