The Charmer (2017)

Milad Alami's multi-award-winning debut is an intense psychological drama about a young Iranian man desperately trying to seduce women who can secure his stay in Denmark.

"Esmail is a dapper Iranian refugee in Denmark who, clad in a stylish suit, trawls singles bars for women. He appears to be a catch, but Esmail is not the successful professional he comes across as. A refugee whose residence permit has been denied, Esmail is searching for a lot more than a night of fun. When he meets Sara, a young Danish-Iranian woman, it appears that Esmail’s problems are solved, but at the same time a mysterious man is pursuing him. Director Alami seamlessly integrates noir-ish elements into this refugee drama and heightens the stakes. The result is a psychologically complex film that keeps you guessing, with a terrific central performance." (Sydney Film Festival)

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