A Bit of Light

Ali Asgari
Iran, Switzerland, Italy, Canada, Turkey / Drama / 87’ / 2026

“Ali Asgari’s Iranian answer to ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is a bit of a miracle”

— IndieWire
“The soul-deep weariness and struggle for hope that it evokes will resonate with many audiences.”

— The Hollywood Reporter
“A timely picture and potent response to a government atrocity.”

— Screen International
“Another remarkable example of how Iranian cinema holds a mirror to an ever-changing society in a way everyone can understand.”

— The Film Verdict

Festival publicity

Venice Film Festival 2026
World Premiere Competition

After being arrested and having his medical practice shut down, a disillusioned Iranian doctor loses faith in the future. Determined to end his life, he spends one final day visiting his siblings and mother to prepare them for his departure. Their compassion, care and companionship slowly reconcile him with reality.

Director Ali Asgari
Production Seven Springs Pictures
International Sales Salaud Morisset

Press Kit

A Bit of Light

“Ali Asgari’s Iranian answer to ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is a bit of a miracle”

“The soul-deep weariness and struggle for hope that it evokes will resonate with many audiences.”

“A timely picture and potent response to a government atrocity.”

“Another remarkable example of how Iranian cinema holds a mirror to an ever-changing society in a way everyone can understand.”

Festival publicity

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