Behnaz Jafari (played by Behnaz Jafari) is a protagonist in 3 Faces.
A popular Iranian actress who plays herself. Upon seeing a video of a distressed young girl named Marziyeh, she embarks on a road trip to northwestern Iran to find and help her. Her journey and real-life status parallel the ostracization of fellow actress Shahrzad. Jafar Panahi (played by Jafar Panahi) appears in 3 Faces.
A director who plays himself. He is Behnaz's friend and companion on the road trip to locate Marziyeh. Much of the film's narrative unfolds within and around his SUV as they navigate encounters with locals along the way.
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Characters
Behnaz Jafari
(played by Behnaz Jafari) — protagonist
A popular Iranian actress who plays herself. Upon seeing a video of a distressed young girl named Marziyeh, she embarks on a road trip to northwestern Iran to find and help her. Her journey and real-l...
Jafar Panahi
(played by Jafar Panahi) — supporting
A director who plays himself. He is Behnaz's friend and companion on the road trip to locate Marziyeh. Much of the film's narrative unfolds within and around his SUV as they navigate encounters with l...
Key Relationships
Behnaz Jafari → Jafar Panahi
(Social Friend)
Story Analysis
A road movie exploring the intersection of personal search, artistic legacy, and social ostracism in Iran.
