Chigh (1996): Cast
Chigh is a 1996 documentary directed by Mohammad Reza Aslani, starring Manouchehr Anvar as Narrator, Seyyed Yousef Hosseini and Ra'ana Hosseini. It runs 36 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 36 min
- Director
- Mohammad Reza Aslani
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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Persian - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Chigh About?
The premise of Chigh without spoilers.
The film follows the epic tradition of weaving Chigh, a unique textile crafted from wood and osier fibers in the western Iranian ilats. It explores how this distinctive texture is produced and traditionally used to wrap Siah‑chadors, the black cloaks worn locally. Through interviews with artisans and footage of the loom, the documentary shows the skill passed down through generations and the cultural significance of Chigh in local dress.
Chigh Cast & Characters
Manouchehr Anvar leads the cast as Narrator, with Seyyed Yousef Hosseini and Ra'ana Hosseini. Directed by Mohammad Reza Aslani; 5 actors are credited in all.
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Director Mohammad Reza Aslani
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Chigh FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Chigh, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Chigh?
Chigh runs 36 minutes.
When was Chigh released?
Chigh was released on June 8, 1996.
Who directed Chigh?
Chigh was directed by Mohammad Reza Aslani.
More films by Mohammad Reza Aslani Who is in the cast of Chigh?
Chigh stars Manouchehr Anvar as Narrator, Seyyed Yousef Hosseini and Ra'ana Hosseini, among 5 credited actors.
Does Chigh have a post-credit scene?
No. Chigh has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Chigh in?
The original language of Chigh is Persian.
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