Uncle Reza


The surprise visit of his distant uncle from Iranian Kurdistan changes the life of Akam, a young literature teacher living in Oslo.


Akam is a young literature teacher living a comfortable life in Oslo. Despite living in a small apartment shared with friends, he is forced to host his uncle from Iranian Kurdistan who pays an unexpected visit for a few days. However, his uncle quickly starts to feel at home and shows no signs of leaving soon. Caught between a sense of familial duty and increasing tension in the apartment, Akam begins to suspect that his uncle's visit is not just a random trip. A series of revelations and unexpected events that follow could potentially change the lives of both of them. The film aims to provoke thoughts about family ties, hospitality, and keeping secrets.

The film was shot in various regions of Oslo, the capital of Norway. This provides a glimpse into Norwegian culture and lifestyle while watching the film.