

1979
Based on a short story by Houshang Golshiri, this film centers on mysterious and chilling events that take place in a village. A group of superstitious inhabitants have erected a scarecrow for protection but soon find themselves terrorized by it. Made at the end of the Shah’s reign, the film offers a metaphorical reflection on power relations — how people create their own idols who turn around to terrorize them.
Tall Shadows of the Wind (1979) is a Horror, Drama film that follows based on a short story by Houshang Golshiri, this film centers on mysterious and chilling events that take place in a village. A group of superstitious inhabitants have erected a scarecrow for protection but soon find themselves terrorized by it. Made at the end of the Shah’s reign, the film offers a metaphorical reflection on power relations — how people create their own idols who turn around to terrorize them. Tall Shadows of the Wind is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. It has a user rating of 5.2 out of 10 from 7 votes. Fans of horror movies may also want to explore similar titles below.