Cause Of Death: Unknown

cause of death: unknown

For Your Consideration

Iran’s Official Submission for the 2026 Academy Awards
Invited for the Golden Globes – Non-English Language Category

Someone died. We are seven.
And there is also a body here.

ABOUT THE FILM

In the heart of Iran’s Lut Desert, seven travelers face an unthinkable moral dilemma when one of them dies. With no way to reach medical help and night closing in, they must choose between law, conscience, and survival. Blending stark realism with haunting tension, Cause of Death: Unknown explores how fear and shame can fracture even the strongest human bonds.

104 min | Iran | 2023 | Persian (with English subtitles)

Written & Directed by Ali Zarnegar
Produced by Majid Barzegar

AWARDS & OFFICIAL SELECTIONS

8 Wins · 14 Nominations · 10 Official Selections Worldwide

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