Haji Washington - 2002
Directed by Ali Hatami
A fictionalized account of the first-ever Iranian ambassador to the United States. Sent by the Qajars, Haji "Washington" must deal with an inept translator, dwindling funds, a lack of recognition from other dignitaries, and constantly being mistaken for the Ottoman embassy all while trying to represent his homeland and establish a link to "the new world."
Color, 1 hour 34 minutes, Farsi
Trailer currently not available, Watch Scene (Farsi w/English subtitles)
Star Rating
Never Ranked
Cast
| Ezatollah Entezami | Haji Washington |
| Richard Harrison | President Cleveland |
| Ransel Cass | Indian |
Crew
| Writer | Ali Hatami |
| Director | Ali Hatami |
| Producer | Ali Hatami |
| Director of Photography | Mehrdad Fakhimi |
| Sound Recordist | Rubik Mansouri |
| Editor | Mousa Afshar |
| Music | Mohammad Reza Lotfi |
Pictures
A procession to see off Haji Washington (Ezatollah Entezami) takes place at the bazaar.
After a long journey Haji finally arrives at his destination.
Haji enjoys all the luxuries offered by "the new world."
The Embassy's translator prefers to dine in the western manner.
Haji is most generous with pistachios in lieu of a more traditional tip.
The first meeting with President Cleveland (Richard Harrison).
On the footsteps of the capital.
Admiring his new residence, Haji does not foresee the futility of his mission.
Due to a lack of funds, Haji has no choice but to let go the embassy staff.
After living in isolation for too long, a crazed Haji imagines a visit from the outgoing president. Haji displays the hospitality of his countrymen and provides the president with pistachios so he may grow them on his ranch.
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