Iran remains a controversial nation
constantly in the headlines, because of its nuclear ambitions
and its desire to become a world power. IRAN: THE HUNDRED-YEAR
WAR poses the question: What kind of world power is Iran
becoming, and how will western countries contend with it?
To answer those questions, documentary
filmmaker Jean-Michel Vecchiet goes back 100 years in history to
the wellspring of confrontation between Iran and the western
powers. The roots of the tension sink deep into a past rife with
revolutions, coups, and intrigues played out in London and
Washington, D.C. Careful attention is paid to the points of view
of Iranians who were key players during the 100 years of
upheaval.
With 2009 marking the 30th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
in Iran, this no-holds-barred documentary is as timely as it is
insightful.
