Saddam is a sharp Iranian political comedy directed by Pedram Pouramiri, starring Reza Attaran as Salah Sharif, an ordinary man whose uncanny resemblance to Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein pulls him into a dangerous secret operation. Alongside Parinaz Izadyar as Soraya Sarvar, the film blends absurd humor with genuine emotional weight as Salah is coerced into impersonating the dictator to manipulate public perception.
Through wit and satire, the film probes the machinery of propaganda, the fragility of identity, and the human cost of political theater. Reza Attaran delivers a standout comedic performance that anchors the film's daring premise.
Critics have praised its inventive concept and clever dialogue. If you enjoy Persian comedies that dare to question power while keeping you laughing, Saddam is essential viewing — now streaming on Top Local Videos.
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