A Hero is a 2021 Iranian drama film written and directed by Asghar Farhadi. The film tells the story of Rahim, a man who is in prison for failing to repay a debt. During a two-day leave from prison, Rahim tries to convince his creditor to withdraw his complaint against the payment of part of the sum. However, his attempts to do so are not successful, and he ends up being caught up in a series of unexpected events that put his freedom in jeopardy.
As Rahim moves through the city in search of a way to settle his debt, he comes into contact with a range of characters, each of whom has their own story to tell. These encounters reveal a complex web of relationships and tensions that underpin contemporary Iranian society, highlighting issues of class, gender, and power.
At the heart of the film is the question of whether Rahim can find redemption for his past mistakes, and if he can do so without further jeopardizing his future. As he faces a series of moral dilemmas, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and to grapple with the limits of personal responsibility. A Hero is a deeply humanistic film that offers a nuanced portrait of a society in transition.
