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Low Heights (2002): Ratings & Plot

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Low Heights is a 2002 film directed by Ebrahim Hatamikia. IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.

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Low Heights (2002) movie poster
Released
Original language
Persian
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Low Heights About?

The premise of Low Heights without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Facing Iran's difficult economic climate, Ghassem devises a risky plan to leave the country. He hijacks a passenger plane, along with his pregnant wife and a large, lively group of relatives. Driven by the hope of a more prosperous future, he takes control of the flight, embarking on a chaotic and uncertain journey towards freedom.

Low Heights Themes & Keywords

· 6 tags
  • family relationships
  • man
  • iranian
  • airplane hijacking
  • iranian couple
  • iran
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Crew

The Director of Low Heights

Directed by Ebrahim Hatamikia.

Ratings

Low Heights Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Low Heights 7.3/10.

Plot

Low Heights Plot Summary

What happens in Low Heights from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Ghasem, alongside his wife Narges, his mother, and other family members, boards a flight to Bandar Abbas, Iran. His goal is to secure a position with an industrial company, and despite the challenging working and living conditions, the entire family is hopeful about the future following this promising invitation. However, unbeknownst to everyone, Narges is the only one aware of her husband’s true intentions.

Full summary

The whole story of Low Heights, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Low Heights?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who is the main character that orchestrates the hijacking?

Details

Low Heights Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Ertefae Past” and “Ertefa'e Past”.

Also known as
  • Ertefae Past
  • Ertefa'e Past
  • La basse Altitude
  • Alturas Bajas
  • 로우 하이츠

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FAQ

Low Heights FAQ: Release Date, Director & Post-Credit Scene

Release date, director, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Low Heights, each answered in a sentence.

When was Low Heights released?

Low Heights was released on September 13, 2002.

Who directed Low Heights?

Low Heights was directed by Ebrahim Hatamikia.

More films by Ebrahim Hatamikia

How is Low Heights rated?

Low Heights has 7.3/10 on IMDb and 71% on TMDB.

Does Low Heights have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Low Heights has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

What language is Low Heights in?

The original language of Low Heights is Persian.

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