Archipelago

Archipelago is a journey through ancient myths, exorcism rituals, sounds and spirits. In the south of Iran, on a group of islands of the Persian Gulf, humans and spirits coexist since centuries. The culture and traditions of these Islands are the result of the encounters between Africa, the Arab Countries and Iran, generating a unique system of syncretic beliefs. Spirits of different heritages and origins, called Bad, the Persian word for wind, moving through the air, take possession of the islanders bodies and can only be quieted through a music ceremony called the Zar Ritual. Thanks to an unprecedented access given to foreign film makers, the Film showcases stories and landscapes of the islanders daily life within the frame of the Rituals, giving, through pounding drum rhythms and wailing vocal chorus, a rare and unexpected glimpse of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Camilla Insom did a wonderful job with this movie. He gave the fans what they wanted to see without rolling over and catering to their every demand. 10/10 stars, perfect.

Excellent movie. Glad I watched it.

Loved it. Well played out

great movie! would give 10 stars!

This is a great film to watch and I highly recommend it.

Believe me you will enjoy it! A must watch for Documentary fans

Fantastic and refreshing. Highly recommend.

Great movie. Kept my attention all the way through it.

You're in for a treat! I honestly can't express the amount of awesome in this movie.

Absolutely outstanding true movie! Will watch it again and again!