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Amir Naderi and Ramin Bahrani on THE RUNNER

The Runner • 21m

In this interview, conducted by the Criterion Collection in 2023, director Amir Naderi talks about his storied career, including THE RUNNER, with filmmaker Ramin Bahrani, a longtime friend and collaborator.

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