Bab'Aziz (2005)

In the heart of the sweeping, mystical desert, there unfolds the poignant tale of Bab'Aziz, a blind dervish, and his vibrant grandchild, Ishtar. They are the wanderers of the sand-sea, embarked on an extraordinary quest to find a rare reunion of dervishes that graces the desert only once in every thirty years. Guided not by sight, but by the unwavering compass of faith, they plunge into a journey across the vast, desolate beauty of the landscape. As they journey, Bab'Aziz spins an ancient story to keep Ishtar's spirit alight, weaving a tale of a prince who surrendered his kingdom to sit by a desert pool, peering into its depths as he delved into the mysteries of his own soul. Like a mirror reflecting their journey, the prince's story unfolds, revealing layers of longing and self-discovery that echo across the desert. Their voyage weaves together more than their own tale. They cross paths with other wanderers, each lost in their own quest. There is Osman, haunted by the memory of a beautiful woman he met in the depths of a well, and Zaid, on a tireless search for a captivating woman who vanished after being drawn in by his enchanting songs. "Bab'Aziz - The Prince Who Contemplated His Soul" is a mesmerizing tapestry of loss and longing, belonging and discovery. Filmed amidst the ever-changing sands of Tunisia and Iran, it's a fairytale-like saga that captivates, enchants and transcends the boundaries of the ordinary, plunging the viewer into the heart of an unforgettable desert odyssey.

Bab'Aziz is a drama movie featuring Parviz Shahinkhou.

Bab'Aziz is currently streaming on Fandor Amazon Channel.