First Graders

In "First Graders", acclaimed director Abbas Kiarostami uses stealthy cameras to capture the unfiltered interactions between a group of rambunctious first graders and their superintendent, whose approach to discipline is both fair and clever. This documentary offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of an Iranian school, revealing the joys and challenges faced by its young students as they navigate childhood. Through candid interviews and observational footage, Kiarostami humanizes his subjects, shedding light on the values of loyalty, fellowship, and righteousness that are woven into their education.