My first serious boyfriend was Iranian. He asked me to marry him when I was 18. I felt I was too young and said not now. I am so glad I did because over time he became very abusive. I eventually left him.
Years ago I had a English friend whose Iranian husband persuaded her to visit Iran. I warned her not to go but she went. Ive never heard from her again.
My college boyfriend was Iranian in the early 90s. We were both studying Medicine in California. He never actually told me what his family did, but I know his father came from Political family and money was never a problem for him. He was VERY nice to me in the beginning and I almost married him. He always wanted a small wedding and he say that our honeymoon will be in Iran because we will be treated like VIP there.... I am so glad I didn't....
@@jasminepearls1047 Yes but if she leaves or divorce the husband, then all her possession will be taken by her abusive husband that including her child cause female has no right in iran
@@Cru674 She was an amalgamation of two different officials the actual Betty had to deal with. One was a man, who was sympathetic and compassionate, and the other was a woman who was scornful and critical of Betty for traveling to Iran. That’s why the official in the movie has a bit of both qualities, she represents two different people.
@@SahilThenewchapter NO, it's a fudamentalist politicized islam aka theological state where religion IS the law. Maybe don't talk down to a person who actually lives through this.
@@dallasyap3064 the difference between Islam and Christianity is in Islam you're a slave of God in Christianity you're a child of God. Much better religion. I'd rather be Christain any day
@@squigglyline6488 yes true. I am a Christian. I live in Malaysia, although not so strict on Islam as other islamic countries, but those muslims don't have a choice either. Once u are born into a muslim family, automatically u are a muslim. And from islam, u can't change to other religions. If u try to or manage to do so, the those government islamic association, they are gonna send guys to interrogate u. So yeah I agree what u said, in islam, u are a slave of allah, in Christianity, u are a child of God.
Jason in all honesty. Those middle eastern guys who had to be with those American women!? They deserve 10 passports! Have you seen the women on that show?!
@@minzygreen1167 I feel like that show is just a freak show fest I used to watch it for fun but I feel like it just exploits unattractive vulnerable people being taken advantage of. Not cool.
That show is completely scripted and people make up problems that they don’t even have in real life. Nobody is in any danger on that show, it’s all pretend.
I don't think it was right for your mom to end the relationship. not EVERY Iranian is like this. this goes for every strict country & their people. everyones different
As a swedish citizen I was forced to live in Egypt by my parents when I was little and I hated the life there. And I don't think the swedish embassy could help me either. I think they would say "You are not 18 yet and your parents deside".
@@garyodonovan8305 , Ireland, your last name, your surname gave that away. I heard that there are lots of sheep in Ireland. And, corned beef and cabbage is popular there. I'd love to go there sometime.
This is actually still true. People need to know these laws before going there. Usually western ministries of foreign affairs warn on their website that western women should not travel to Iran when they are married to iranian men.
@@AI2O22What happened was it's like a J ew ish family once he went back there to visit They put the screws on him the pressure to stay there and to keep her there and to act like a man That's what happened that guilt from abrahamic background people is hard and you also see stuff like this in Israel too just tried to preach Christianity and the J ew ish sector or the orthodox area see what happens You don't have freedom of a religion over there All you have is the right of return law and even after that you're on your own.
I’m not a huge fan of serious movies (mean girls and bridesmaids are my 2 favourites, to give you some insight) but I must say Sally Field was incredible in this film! I can’t believe it was panned by critics.
The film was probably panned by critics because of the stereotype Fundamentalist Muslims get in America of being Alpha-misogynists. The film never said every Muslim man is a wife beater. This is just Betty’s personal story. Although I wouldn’t go to one of those Middle Eastern countries if you paid me and it’s 2023.
This scene is keeping me up at night, lately. If we’re not actively against it, we’re allowing it to creep up. Be respectful to women and all people. Don’t let the corrupt people have their way, just because they happen to be more organized.
Kaylee Almerzooq women have no rights there either BUT there is a US Embassy over there which is a huge difference. There’s no US Embassy in Iran so the United States has no power to help any AMERICAN there. But in Saudi Arabia, the US Embassy there would protect you. I would contact the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia about visiting. They should give you all the info you need. And, if and when you do visit, let the US Embassy know the dates of your stay in the country and where you’ll be staying. And they’ll keep track of you. Also, you should know where the US Embassy and all US Consulate buildings in Saudi Arabia are located. If anything happens, and it shouldn’t, but if anything did, you just need to get to the US Embassy. Once inside the US Embassy, past the gates, you’re officially on American soil (by local law) and the Saudi govt can’t touch you. You should be fine. But talk to the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia. That’s what they’re there for. If there was a US Embassy in Iran, the character in this movie would have been safe once she was on US Embassy property. But there wasn’t. Hence the two hour movie Rule of thumb: never travel to a country where there is no US Embassy. If there is no US Embassy, it’s because it is not safe and they have no authority to protect any Americans there. Most countries have a US Embassy unless it’s a country like Iran or North Korea
If u are a woman going to a Middle Eastern country, that's already a problem. Secondly, going to the country that has no embassy or consulate of your own country is another problem.
@@dallasyap3064 Betty and her daughter, Mahtob needed our nation's protection. Moody is violent and has held Betty and Mahtob hostage in his home country away from anyone who can help them.
@@dallasyap3064 yep and in those countries our country and government has no jurisdiction over the people. My aunt is married to a man from Afghanistan and he wanted her to come over there but if she did she'd lose her citizenship she said forget it! So glad she had the good sense to do that. They have two kids.
My family are Iranian and unfortunately all of this is true. The day Iranian women are free is when their husbands die and they get some form of allowance and inheritance from the dead husband. It’s only my generation that is changing. This movie is from the dark era of the 80s
The feel the woman did wanted to help Betty, but she can’t do anything because of the Iranian law. It stated a wife must submit to her husband, and he has the sole say in the relationship. Backwards thinking
Actually she could have done something. This is an embassy, and embassies are under international law not the laws of the host country. So basically this woman could have provided Swiss diplomatic immunity or provide diplomatic escorts for them to get out of the country safely. There is nothing the Iranians can do to stop them, cuz its under international law. Unless the iranian government is willing the expel the entire Swiss delegation out of the country over such a small thing.
@@kyjjyxkyjjyx8843 yeah and actually I also wanna make some correction to my earlier comment, the Swiss government can't provide Betty or her daughter diplomatic immunity, cuz it's provided by the host country to the foreign delegation. But the Swiss government can provide asylum to them which can still help them get out of the country, not diplomatic immunity.
@@dallasyap3064 No she cannot, asylum has to be in compliance with the International convention of refugees, i.e., for SPECIFIC reasons like political persecution. This is a domestic matter -- Betty did not like her husband or his values and he beats her-- that is family law and therefore under Iranian jurisdiction, especially since she is [automatically] an Iranian citizen. Therefore the embassy had no rights to give her asylum, as it is a domestic family law matter. Although her story is painful it is a family law matter under local laws, or all battered wives worldwide can be deemed refugees entitled to resettlement in the west.
@@stumanogajo5743 I see your point. I'll learn more on the international law about refugees. But I would like to point out that she's also an American citizen held against her will. If I am not mistaken, the US government is lawfully required to respond to such situation when an American citizen is held against his/her will, particularly the FBI. But since being Iran where the US government has no official ties, the FBI would have to work with other agencies to conduct their rescue mission as well.
This whole movie is a PSA for women about marrying a foreigner. Learn their culture and beliefs before you tie the knot, and for god sakes, don’t go to their home country without knowing what you’re getting into.
My sister was married to Pakistan Islamic, and he thought in America, Islamic rules applied to his wife, making her sit in the corner when company came and walked behind down the street ,she finally divorced him and his daughter stopped her car in middle of street and said get out walk this is America and your not treating me that way.
His not Muslim but an idiot because in real Islam women are not treated that way. But I know what you mean I saw a lot who walk behind their husbands which is really sad
@@salbulushi936what’s the point of the hijab then? Right, to make sure you and your ilk don’t lose your inhibitions. Even towards CHILDREN. Remember Aisha?
At the end of it all, she does leave and he is killed. That is the unaltered version and it has a brilliant ending. I have helped more than several women in this situation and it is terribly concerning that they truly feel that there is no way out. My advise, simply pull the trigger and never look back.
He wasn't killed. They showed a documentary about ten years ago where he tried to contact his daughter and she still wanted nothing to do with him - wouldn't respond to his calls. He did pass away though a few years later without ever having contacted his daughter.
@@averythecoolcat The documentary was silly but it was nothing compared to the book he released. For everything he complained about in the book "Not Without My Daughter," he was guilty of such treatment in spades in his book "Lost Without My Daughter." Here's how much of a piece of garbage this man was: He sent his nephew, unbeknownst to Betty, to sell their house and cars in the States and move all the proceeds into a Swiss bank account. By the time Betty and Mahtob made it home, they were homeless and penniless. So, whenever one of these critics talks about why it is Betty signed book and movie deals to cash in, that's part of it. The rest if it was to publicize the plight of so many women who are trapped themselves or whose children are trapped in these fundamentalist countries.
This lady’s Israeli accent made my ears smile. Stunning scene: Betty walked in with her beautiful baby, certain they were safe. Well, we know it ends well. The book’s good. But she spelled the word “manteau” as “montoe.”Manteau is French for long cloak, it’s a borrow-word Persians sometimes say for “chador.” Book was co-written by same man who co-wrote Midnight Express, both are “page-turners.” I hope Americans who saw this movie don’t think all/most Persians are like this. My experiences with young, old, singles and families of Persians are beautiful. Quite formal and polite, but generous, kind and so warm. I love them. Very good to me ❤️
Similar to my experience. I have known quite a few Iranians here in California, both Muslim and Jewish. They have been some of the warmest, kindest, most hospitable people I have ever known.
If you meet an Iranian outside of Iran, chances are their family fled Iran after the Revolution in 1979. The vast majority hate what their once beautiful country has become.
@@margaritakleinman5701 that's double standard face .it's found in muslim. They are very charismatic at start. They manipulate you and make you see their abusive nature as good
Those wondering why the Swiss woman was so unhelpful and she could at least have given betty asylum in Switzerland, the answer is no she cannot. Asylum has to be in compliance with the International convention of refugees, i.e., for SPECIFIC reason like political persecution. This is a domestic matter -- Betty did not like her husband or his values and he beats her-- that is family law and therefore under Iranian jurisdiction, especially since she is [automatically] an Iranian citizen. Therefore the embassy had no rights to give her asylum, as it is a domestic family law matter. Although her story is painful it is a family law matter (and also criminal law in some countries), subject to local laws, or all battered wives worldwide can be deemed refugees entitled to resettlement in the west.
😢yeah that's unfortunate when the lady asked Betty why she even came to Iran in first place you can see how even she understand it was all her fault in first place she was too naive to belive her husband blindly she should have scheduled her return ticket or shouldn't gone to Iran in first place .
@@Moonwatery She was persecuted yes, but NOT politically persecuted. His actions fell under Iranian family and domestic law and since she is [automatically] an Iranian citizen, so she was SOL and she knew it. So she did what she did, to escape!
Sad things is Iran was not an Islamic country in the past, they were more free in the past and had their own religion, which Muslims have though done their best to destroy in their colonialism.
of cause its a true story, the book is awesome... film is watchable..... these things happen all the time in those countries and now they are bringing their habits to Europe
"You have no rights to the children." Yeah, well what about Mahtob's right to grow up in a loving home? I bet the Iranian government doesn't even think about that.
Yup, they don't think about that. They still think like those old times, where only men has the power and women are the one being oppressed and powerless. The iranian government enforces strict sharia law.
I never quite understood this part of the story. Betty went to the US section of the Swiss embassy. I thought, once you’ve entered the grounds of an embassy, you are no longer considered to be, for this example, in Iran. I wonder if the Swiss consulate must of had provisions placed on them to keep operating in Iran. At the end of the movie, Betty and her daughter went to the US embassy in Turkey and said the words, “We’re home”. Why wasn’t this applicable to the US section of the Swiss embassy in Iran? I would appreciate, if someone knows the answer to this situation.
The Swiss Embassy has an American section because there is no American embassy. This is done in several cases, where one country will step in to some extent for the citizens of another, which does not have formal diplomatic ties. You could say that while they are in this embassy, they are in Switzerland, but since there are not Swiss, they cannot claim the rights of a Swiss citizen. I don't know the whole story or whether there wasn't more that the embassy might have done for them, but ultimately it wasn't technically their responsibility.
Bcoz the Swiss embassy belongs to the Swiss not America. It only has a section to serve American interest when necessary. However this woman could have done something to help her. She could have provide diplomatic immunity or diplomatic protection to escort them out of the country safely.
Betty *does* know why she went Iran. She was married to her husband for years and had no reason to distrust him. She never, ever thought he would turn on her as he did.
I had an Indian coworker of my mother's age, she was married to a white man and had four daughters of my age. She was an educated, dedicated, independent, woman with strong personality. He elder daughter married to a chinese man, second married to Iranian. For rest two daughters she used to tell that, "I am getting old now, let me die peacefully, a guy you will date and marry has to be a white or chinese". That one sentence said a lot.
I know plenty of white women married to Pakistani men and Turkish men Are you kidding? White people have the highest divorce rates They're more Indian men with white women in every white country than vice versa Also Indians are generally hindus too
@@pinkneanderthal4456 Divorce is not something tied to race or genetics. Most places with low divorces have other cultural reasons. Mainly religious, etc. for example, in this movie many Iranian women have nothing to gain from divorces especially since the children always go to the husbands only. if there are restrictions like that, then sure the divorce rates would go down among white countries and people as well 🤷♀️
@@pinkneanderthal4456Not sure where you from but you don’t see whtte women married to Pakistani or Turkish men or even Indian men. What does that happen? 😂
My Iranian friends ( guys) were annoyed by this movie. They said it portrayed Iranians as neing barbaric. My take: it is true that in the movie the craziest, most evil people are Iranian, but the only good people were also Iranian. The Americans were helpless, the Swiss woman showed no compassion. In fact, Betty was betrayed by an American woman
She was helped by muslims unfortunately she endedup with the wrong one but his family had alot to do with it too. Don't judge them all. I know loads of muslims and they are lovely people. There's good and bad everywhere.
The amount of comments from US citizens saying that all iranian or muslim men are like the villain depicted in this movie is.... actually not that surprising. Seriously people, get off your pedestal. Are there no abusers or criminals in your country? Are these abusers and criminals the norm for all men in your country? Grow up.
@@Quaker-tc8ue But I did not say that all those millions of US citizens think the same. I'm referring to the ones that have commented specifically on this comment section. Don't put words in my mouth; Thank you.
@@Quaker-tc8ue What anger? I'm just replying with an argument that you can't debate back. You are just butthurt because most likely you are a US citizen. Chill out.
@@dallasyap3064 but she obliged to her work and her area.... she cant just help anybody just because its moraly true. And moraly true for whom? Moral is local concept. and as she said, moral IN Iran is different than morals in US. as an ambassador she need and have to play by the local rules as professional.
To all the people and their negative comments towards Nicole : she was just doing her job. There was nothing she could do to help them. Everything she said was true. One thing the screenwriters omit is that Iran doesn't recognise dual citizenship and furthermore considers certain individuals Iranian citizens even when they themselves do not. For instance, if you are married to or are the child of an Iranian citizen (!) You are therefore bound by their strict laws and there is little other countries can do to assist you once you are in the country. Betty clearly had no idea of this and that is why Nicole asks why they came to the county. Incidentally, on a separate note, the actress is actually English and has appeared in a number of British TV shows including Casualty and Heartbeat.
As a westerner this movie contributed to how I view Arabic and/or muslim men. I am ashamed that I've allowed this to shape my perception for these men. Recently I met with a group that were more loving, supportive and welcoming than my own blood relatives. I say this to say, yes, be aware of who you interact with, ask ALOT of questions especially if you're not legally tied to them and make your conclusions then.Don't group everyone who looks a certain way into one box. Everyone's lifestyle and beliefs are different.
True, true. This movie is based on a true story though. She wrote a book about what happened to her. You must just be careful. Some of them can be nice, true, but some of them not so much.
Im a hungarian we dont have the greatest realitionship with romania i dislike the big bunch of them, but there is one single person who despite being romanian has my respect his name is vlad tepes go figures out why
Genuinely asking, if she is born American, how is it that she automatically became Iranian and lost her Amercian citizenship after marrying an Iranian man? What type of law is that?
I think Muslim culture is beautiful. I think Iranian culture is beautiful. I think a lot of countries have beauty. All I’m saying is I am proud to be an American because with all of the crap we have here, but one thing I have is the freedom to do what I want and be who I want. Yes there are certain discriminations from individual groups sometimes but when I think of the bigger picture I can practice the religion I want, I can wear the clothes I want. For that alone, I am thankful and grateful
This is true even to this day. FBI (Agent Vega) confirmed to me that even in the US there were a lot of women being held hostages in their own homes, the children were controlled by the husbands and husbands families. That I was one of the “lucky” ones.
May I ask why you came to Iran? No the question she should ask is: Are you married American way or Iranian way? If Betty is married to the guy only American way then it is nonsense to say she needs his permission to leave! If she is married to him Iranian way then she can get a marriage portion and a share of his property in Iran and divorce. Then she can leaave. Guess what she can do to him then!
Gavin H Not if she proves the visa has been for short time. The custody of the child is according to the origin country up to 6 months according to international law and conventions. I think the woman has had an affair in Iran.
@@direstraits6497 Her husband didn't feel obligated to obey Iranian law when it displeased him. Violating a visa wouldn't be much to him. Perhaps you should read the book. Moody was a man who was abusive and made a lot of very poor choices in his life, and it came back to haunt him.
If you ,marry an Iranian man you are automatically Iranian! How do we do so many things automatically that part of the world? I do believe he has made poor choices in his life but I also know the story is rubbish. I happen to talk to Mahtabs teacher in Iran and she said she only heard about the the story when movie came out,
Does anyone remember how Betty’s mom got a hold about the Swiss Embassy? I’m sure she believed that the Embassy would get Betty and Mahtob out, but this scene revealed how disappointing it became.
I think in the book the embassy lady allowed her to call home. Betty told her parents what had happened, and also got the embassy to deny any transfer of Betty and Moody's American assets to Iran.
In the book, Betty's parents did everything they could from home, which wasn't much. They got the address of the Swiss embassy, called Betty and managed to tell her. Betty was able to call her family and send letters from the embassy.
Such a stupid and untrue conversation. The US-Interest Section in the Swiss embassy in Teheran MUST take care of all US-citizens in Iran. This is one of their main tasks over there.
@ An US- citizen does not need to ask for asylum for his or her own country. The domestic iranian law is not valid within any foregin embassy in Teheran. In the recent years swiss embassy has helped couple of US-citizens to get out of the country.....rezaiean was of of them....
@ Rezaiean, Saberi, Hekmati, Esfandiari etc. In these cases the revolutionay guard in Iran made a deal with State department. The swiss embassy helped to contact the ministry of foregin affairs in Iran and transfer the people to the airport etc. I'm sorry, I can't explain you more details on this. I hope you understand me.
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@@nsn9355 No thats OK, when was this? Around the same time or before that?
All the more reason to do research before you marry someone out of your culture. Know what can happen. Don’t ever agree to leave America until you know ALL ramifications.
All people should be able to go anywhere and return to their home country provided they are not fugitives of justice ...this is crazy , a eoman carries children in her woumb and feeds a child off er own bodys nutrients while nurturing them but they have no rights, a father has all control ....ugh!
I hope the real life woman who refused to help these people one day saw this, and felt the most immense shame and guilt. Letting two women held against their will be forced into a culture they don’t want to be in, because it’s “the law”. Their laws aren’t real! Whatever a man wants in the moment is the law there. I hope something happened I can’t put on here.
What they leave out is that her status is relative to whom you ask. According to American law, Betty and Moody were recognized as having both American and Iranian citizenship. According to Iranian law, as soon as Betty married an Iranian citizen, she also became an Iranian citizen. They no longer recognized her as being an American citizen. Does that make sense?
E troppo bello questo film 🎥 Troppo done zbaglia di sposare musulmani e dopo musulmani se comporta come li da loro E tutto zbagliato che donele de un altra paese si sposa con musulmani
Actually that Swiss woman could have arranged something for them. Like provide them Swiss diplomatic immunity or diplomatic protection to escort them out of the country safely. The iranian authorities can't do anything bcoz whatever she does, its all under international law.
@@Nekrochomikon8 thank God u didn't have a husband like him. But if he ever ask u to travel with him to Iran or any middle east countries, say no. U don't want to meet the same fate as Betty.
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My first serious boyfriend was Iranian. He asked me to marry him when I was 18. I felt I was too young and said not now. I am so glad I did because over time he became very abusive. I eventually left him.
I'm so glad that, even though you were so young, you were wise enough to give yourself that time. Do you know what happened to your ex?
He became a dentist in the Boston area. He never owned up to or apologized for the abuse towards me
@@barb782 Abuse of women is an accepted norm in that culture. Thank G-d you heeded your instincts!
Years ago I had a English friend whose Iranian husband persuaded her to visit Iran. I warned her not to go but she went. Ive never heard from her again.
@@annieh8956 That's heartbreaking. I'll say a prayer for her safety.
My college boyfriend was Iranian in the early 90s. We were both studying Medicine in California. He never actually told me what his family did, but I know his father came from Political family and money was never a problem for him. He was VERY nice to me in the beginning and I almost married him. He always wanted a small wedding and he say that our honeymoon will be in Iran because we will be treated like VIP there.... I am so glad I didn't....
How foolish we Americans are to think that our government can actually help any of us when we travel abroad. Let this be a lesson to us all
But she should be able to leave that's ridiculous.
@@jasminepearls1047 Yes but if she leaves or divorce the husband, then all her possession will be taken by her abusive husband that including her child cause female has no right in iran
Well then lucky you cause I'm from Iraq and Im sure if some thing happens to me in any country no one will ever even ask about me
Actually, the government can help in many countries. Just not all of them.
dastan Dana Please stay in Iraq. And stay out of the United States
The lack of empathy from that stone-faced official is just chilling.
There was nothing she could do. She actually did try to give Betty the most honest help and advice possible.
@@Cru674 She was an amalgamation of two different officials the actual Betty had to deal with. One was a man, who was sympathetic and compassionate, and the other was a woman who was scornful and critical of Betty for traveling to Iran. That’s why the official in the movie has a bit of both qualities, she represents two different people.
I mean Betty didn’t educate herself before going into a country.
Well typical „neutral“ reaction, only „professionalism“ and business first..
In the book, she's far worse 😂
I am an Iranian woman and I can understand her feelings very well. Nobody can help you when you are married with an Iranian man.
I would never. I’m so sorry
Really so this is all so true...
Don't make it nation. Iranian Christian are different. It's islam.
@@badlifeghjjkkkggff Don't you read news, historical and modern-day articles?
@@SahilThenewchapter NO, it's a fudamentalist politicized islam aka theological state where religion IS the law. Maybe don't talk down to a person who actually lives through this.
This is a true story. The western world are so naive. I hope they watch this movie and learn.
Wtf your an idiot!!
Lena knowledge seeker your the idiot, when Americans leave America you leave your rights behind. Educate yourself
@@rachelsunqvist6430 well... That bombing people who literally didn't attaxk you would lead to people bombing Paris and chaos...
You are naive to think the Western world doesn't know.
@@lenaknowledgeseeker4304 *you're
I love how they have her just portray that face of disgust of how the culture is treating women and children.
Problem with neutrality is that it is hard to reveal your feelings.
You are the first one who isn't giving the religion the fault but the culture
The culture is influenced by the religion too
@@dallasyap3064 the difference between Islam and Christianity is in Islam you're a slave of God in Christianity you're a child of God. Much better religion. I'd rather be Christain any day
@@squigglyline6488 yes true. I am a Christian. I live in Malaysia, although not so strict on Islam as other islamic countries, but those muslims don't have a choice either. Once u are born into a muslim family, automatically u are a muslim. And from islam, u can't change to other religions. If u try to or manage to do so, the those government islamic association, they are gonna send guys to interrogate u. So yeah I agree what u said, in islam, u are a slave of allah, in Christianity, u are a child of God.
Anyone wanting to be on 90 Day Fiancé should watch this.
Jason in all honesty. Those middle eastern guys who had to be with those American women!? They deserve 10 passports! Have you seen the women on that show?!
Jason Robert yup
@@minzygreen1167 I feel like that show is just a freak show fest I used to watch it for fun but I feel like it just exploits unattractive vulnerable people being taken advantage of. Not cool.
@@squigglyline6488 very true.
That show is completely scripted and people make up problems that they don’t even have in real life. Nobody is in any danger on that show, it’s all pretend.
My mom was about to marry an Iranian when I was a child and a friend showed her this movie. She ended the relationship
Only thing I could say is Your mum made a right decision...a decision u guys should always be grateful to..stay blessed 🥰
@@kumarabhishek1244 She sure did! Thank you! Bless you!
Talk about prejudice and close minded. As long as she didn’t go to Iran this couldn’t happen.
She made the right decision
I don't think it was right for your mom to end the relationship. not EVERY Iranian is like this. this goes for every strict country & their people. everyones different
As a swedish citizen I was forced to live in Egypt by my parents when I was little and I hated the life there. And I don't think the swedish embassy could help me either. I think they would say "You are not 18 yet and your parents deside".
What was egypt like?
Some places there were pretty and lovely. And some places were dirthy and bad. The school was horrible. The country was hot and poor.
+Severus Jake när kom du tillbaka till sverige?
@@garyodonovan8305 , Ireland, your last name, your surname gave that away. I heard that there are lots of sheep in Ireland. And, corned beef and cabbage is popular there. I'd love to go there sometime.
@@Riddarjakob , what language is that? Swedish? Is Sweden where you get the smorgasbord? Or was that Denmark?
This is actually still true. People need to know these laws before going there. Usually western ministries of foreign affairs warn on their website that western women should not travel to Iran when they are married to iranian men.
Iranian man go to usa for live a better life in usa and they not religion they don't like back to iran this is a not make sense movie
@@AI2O22he got fired and unemployed. That's why
This was the 80s.
@@AI2O22What happened was it's like a J ew ish family once he went back there to visit They put the screws on him the pressure to stay there and to keep her there and to act like a man That's what happened that guilt from abrahamic background people is hard and you also see stuff like this in Israel too just tried to preach Christianity and the J ew ish sector or the orthodox area see what happens You don't have freedom of a religion over there All you have is the right of return law and even after that you're on your own.
Hope this scene and the whole movie opens the eyes of people especially girls from other cultures and other religions marry a Muslim.
@ agreed.
I’m not a huge fan of serious movies (mean girls and bridesmaids are my 2 favourites, to give you some insight) but I must say Sally Field was incredible in this film! I can’t believe it was panned by critics.
That’s sad. It’s a great movie. I think the critics panned it bc it was an unpopular truth
Most of the critics are wokes what do u expect
The film was probably panned by critics because of the stereotype Fundamentalist Muslims get in America of being Alpha-misogynists. The film never said every Muslim man is a wife beater. This is just Betty’s personal story. Although I wouldn’t go to one of those Middle Eastern countries if you paid me and it’s 2023.
Mean Girls? What about Heathers.
This scene is keeping me up at night, lately. If we’re not actively against it, we’re allowing it to creep up. Be respectful to women and all people. Don’t let the corrupt people have their way, just because they happen to be more organized.
Don't let Islam creep in the name of peace and love they are all MCP
Makes me not want to go visit my husbands family in Saudi
Kaylee Almerzooq women have no rights there either BUT there is a US Embassy over there which is a huge difference. There’s no US Embassy in Iran so the United States has no power to help any AMERICAN there. But in Saudi Arabia, the US Embassy there would protect you. I would contact the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia about visiting. They should give you all the info you need. And, if and when you do visit, let the US Embassy know the dates of your stay in the country and where you’ll be staying. And they’ll keep track of you. Also, you should know where the US Embassy and all US Consulate buildings in Saudi Arabia are located. If anything happens, and it shouldn’t, but if anything did, you just need to get to the US Embassy. Once inside the US Embassy, past the gates, you’re officially on American soil (by local law) and the Saudi govt can’t touch you.
You should be fine. But talk to the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia. That’s what they’re there for. If there was a US Embassy in Iran, the character in this movie would have been safe once she was on US Embassy property. But there wasn’t. Hence the two hour movie
Rule of thumb: never travel to a country where there is no US Embassy. If there is no US Embassy, it’s because it is not safe and they have no authority to protect any Americans there. Most countries have a US Embassy unless it’s a country like Iran or North Korea
Saudi
Saudi Arabia crazy hell Nah
Kaylee Almerzooq don’t go & niter your kids
Kaylee Almerzooq AL Merzooq are a big Arab family in Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 they have their “”own”” roles
This was one of the most powerful movies I have ever seen!
Try watching "The stoning of Soraya M." It is very difficult to be watched, but it was worth it.
The book is 1000 times better!!
NO way. Broke Back Mountain is very powerful
a disabled boy at school told me to watch this. its actually really good
That animal held her and their daughter hostage in his home country and took away all of her personal items.
Did you read the book? I was balling out my eyes mate after reading it
Omg right? Horrible person!
If u are a woman going to a Middle Eastern country, that's already a problem. Secondly, going to the country that has no embassy or consulate of your own country is another problem.
@@dallasyap3064 Betty and her daughter, Mahtob needed our nation's protection. Moody is violent and has held Betty and Mahtob hostage in his home country away from anyone who can help them.
@@dallasyap3064 yep and in those countries our country and government has no jurisdiction over the people. My aunt is married to a man from Afghanistan and he wanted her to come over there but if she did she'd lose her citizenship she said forget it! So glad she had the good sense to do that. They have two kids.
My family are Iranian and unfortunately all of this is true. The day Iranian women are free is when their husbands die and they get some form of allowance and inheritance from the dead husband. It’s only my generation that is changing. This movie is from the dark era of the 80s
Every women in the west needs to watch this movie once a year every year!
everyone needs to watch without my daughter the documentary that tells the truth
Stop being so insular, this is a MOVIE not real life.
This is a true story lol...
+Apricot Theory Why would they say it's untrue? I have met many Shia Iranian Muslims,and they consider the movie to be true.
@@YRS51 Art imitates life. This was a true story.
The feel the woman did wanted to help Betty, but she can’t do anything because of the Iranian law. It stated a wife must submit to her husband, and he has the sole say in the relationship. Backwards thinking
Actually she could have done something. This is an embassy, and embassies are under international law not the laws of the host country. So basically this woman could have provided Swiss diplomatic immunity or provide diplomatic escorts for them to get out of the country safely. There is nothing the Iranians can do to stop them, cuz its under international law. Unless the iranian government is willing the expel the entire Swiss delegation out of the country over such a small thing.
@@dallasyap3064 yeah, I agreee it looked like she had no interest in helping her out
@@kyjjyxkyjjyx8843 yeah and actually I also wanna make some correction to my earlier comment, the Swiss government can't provide Betty or her daughter diplomatic immunity, cuz it's provided by the host country to the foreign delegation. But the Swiss government can provide asylum to them which can still help them get out of the country, not diplomatic immunity.
@@dallasyap3064 No she cannot, asylum has to be in compliance with the International convention of refugees, i.e., for SPECIFIC reasons like political persecution. This is a domestic matter -- Betty did not like her husband or his values and he beats her-- that is family law and therefore under Iranian jurisdiction, especially since she is [automatically] an Iranian citizen. Therefore the embassy had no rights to give her asylum, as it is a domestic family law matter. Although her story is painful it is a family law matter under local laws, or all battered wives worldwide can be deemed refugees entitled to resettlement in the west.
@@stumanogajo5743 I see your point. I'll learn more on the international law about refugees. But I would like to point out that she's also an American citizen held against her will. If I am not mistaken, the US government is lawfully required to respond to such situation when an American citizen is held against his/her will, particularly the FBI. But since being Iran where the US government has no official ties, the FBI would have to work with other agencies to conduct their rescue mission as well.
This whole movie is a PSA for women about marrying a foreigner. Learn their culture and beliefs before you tie the knot, and for god sakes, don’t go to their home country without knowing what you’re getting into.
My sister was married to Pakistan Islamic, and he thought in America, Islamic rules applied to his wife, making her sit in the corner when company came and walked behind down the street ,she finally divorced him and his daughter stopped her car in middle of street and said get out walk this is America and your not treating me that way.
His not Muslim but an idiot because in real Islam women are not treated that way. But I know what you mean I saw a lot who walk behind their husbands which is really sad
It’s the up bringing of those men who grow up to be narcissists
@@salbulushi936what’s the point of the hijab then? Right, to make sure you and your ilk don’t lose your inhibitions. Even towards CHILDREN. Remember Aisha?
That is why American women should appreciate their men more. Every single day.
@@salbulushi936انا مغربية مسلمة لكن لسنا كهولاء الجاهلين باكستان ايران والاكراد والشيعة والعراق لسنا مثلهم نحترم المرأة ونقدرها نحن مسلمات ومستحيل نتزوج ايراني او افغاني او باكستاني شيء صعب كانه سجن
At the end of it all, she does leave and he is killed. That is the unaltered version and it has a brilliant ending. I have helped more than several women in this situation and it is terribly concerning that they truly feel that there is no way out. My advise, simply pull the trigger and never look back.
Well this puts a smile on my face
Angela Altintas are u a diplomat? Since u said u have helped women in situations like this.
He wasn't killed. They showed a documentary about ten years ago where he tried to contact his daughter and she still wanted nothing to do with him - wouldn't respond to his calls. He did pass away though a few years later without ever having contacted his daughter.
They should make a sequel with Alfred Molina covering Moody’s life after they leave and show what a pathetic, empty shell he becomes
@@averythecoolcat The documentary was silly but it was nothing compared to the book he released. For everything he complained about in the book "Not Without My Daughter," he was guilty of such treatment in spades in his book "Lost Without My Daughter."
Here's how much of a piece of garbage this man was: He sent his nephew, unbeknownst to Betty, to sell their house and cars in the States and move all the proceeds into a Swiss bank account. By the time Betty and Mahtob made it home, they were homeless and penniless. So, whenever one of these critics talks about why it is Betty signed book and movie deals to cash in, that's part of it. The rest if it was to publicize the plight of so many women who are trapped themselves or whose children are trapped in these fundamentalist countries.
Poor Nicola is dreadful 😩
“May I ask you wwhhyyy you came to Iran”? 😳
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@@christinalomeli3171 Same. Such a terrible, robotic actor. :)
The Swiss are like that very big on rules that's why the Holocaust happened over there
Stoning of Soraya was also a heart❤felt movie. It is a true story. Some countries are so male chauvinistic.
I would never travel to this sad place.
Neither would i..Women have no rights and are submitted ,just the right to wear the veil and shut up..
Sally Field - a real moviestar in every sense of the word 🌟❤️👏
Just think how the original bety is brave
Hats of just hats of
You could flee of that country because of your bravery
This lady’s Israeli accent made my ears smile. Stunning scene: Betty walked in with her beautiful baby, certain they were safe. Well, we know it ends well. The book’s good. But she spelled the word “manteau” as “montoe.”Manteau is French for long cloak, it’s a borrow-word Persians sometimes say for “chador.” Book was co-written by same man who co-wrote Midnight Express, both are “page-turners.” I hope Americans who saw this movie don’t think all/most Persians are like this. My experiences with young, old, singles and families of Persians are beautiful. Quite formal and polite, but generous, kind and so warm. I love them. Very good to me ❤️
Similar to my experience. I have known quite a few Iranians here in California, both Muslim and Jewish. They have been some of the warmest, kindest, most hospitable people I have ever known.
If you meet an Iranian outside of Iran, chances are their family fled Iran after the Revolution in 1979. The vast majority hate what their once beautiful country has become.
@@margaritakleinman5701 that's double standard face .it's found in muslim. They are very charismatic at start. They manipulate you and make you see their abusive nature as good
Those wondering why the Swiss woman was so unhelpful and she could at least have given betty asylum in Switzerland, the answer is no she cannot. Asylum has to be in compliance with the International convention of refugees, i.e., for SPECIFIC reason like political persecution. This is a domestic matter -- Betty did not like her husband or his values and he beats her-- that is family law and therefore under Iranian jurisdiction, especially since she is [automatically] an Iranian citizen. Therefore the embassy had no rights to give her asylum, as it is a domestic family law matter. Although her story is painful it is a family law matter (and also criminal law in some countries), subject to local laws, or all battered wives worldwide can be deemed refugees entitled to resettlement in the west.
Thank you for the explanation
😢yeah that's unfortunate when the lady asked Betty why she even came to Iran in first place you can see how even she understand it was all her fault in first place she was too naive to belive her husband blindly she should have scheduled her return ticket or shouldn't gone to Iran in first place .
Actually she was politically persecuted by her husband and his family's
@@Moonwatery She was persecuted yes, but NOT politically persecuted. His actions fell under Iranian family and domestic law and since she is [automatically] an Iranian citizen, so she was SOL and she knew it. So she did what she did, to escape!
@@sarikajoshi7156her husband took passports
All these ppl on 90 day fiance the other way need to watch this
Love is never enough when you marry!
because as my grandma said you don't just marry them you marry their entire family
Very wise grandma!
@@evaschroeder8663 most powerful qouit
Sad things is Iran was not an Islamic country in the past, they were more free in the past and had their own religion, which Muslims have though done their best to destroy in their colonialism.
And yet the woke left celebrates Islamic conquests and colonization.
@@jayk1023🙄 You don't know what you're talking about.
@@loriar1027🤡
ah more free in the past you mean 600 ad right because iran has been muslim majority since like 7th century
My mom used to say this story happened when i was a kid. A true story. Seeing it now.
Not to do with iranians. Its to do with islam.
of cause its a true story, the book is awesome... film is watchable..... these things happen all the time in those countries and now they are bringing their habits to Europe
@@foodlover1288 I didn't mean the film. I meant the incident prior to the film.
"You have no rights to the children." Yeah, well what about Mahtob's right to grow up in a loving home? I bet the Iranian government doesn't even think about that.
Look up the Quran that's what muslim-dominated political states' law are based on.
Yup, they don't think about that. They still think like those old times, where only men has the power and women are the one being oppressed and powerless. The iranian government enforces strict sharia law.
I highly doubt that the iranian government cares about its people's love or growing or living in a loving home.
In their head if the home doesn't follow Shiria Law the child isnt getting love at all
I would’ve never went over there never
This was someone's real story. And one of I think almost anyone's worst nightmares
Definitely a horror movie
The Swiss actress resembles the real woman whom this story is based on.
I never quite understood this part of the story. Betty went to the US section of the Swiss embassy. I thought, once you’ve entered the grounds of an embassy, you are no longer considered to be, for this example, in Iran. I wonder if the Swiss consulate must of had provisions placed on them to keep operating in Iran. At the end of the movie, Betty and her daughter went to the US embassy in Turkey and said the words, “We’re home”. Why wasn’t this applicable to the US section of the Swiss embassy in Iran? I would appreciate, if someone knows the answer to this situation.
The Swiss Embassy has an American section because there is no American embassy. This is done in several cases, where one country will step in to some extent for the citizens of another, which does not have formal diplomatic ties. You could say that while they are in this embassy, they are in Switzerland, but since there are not Swiss, they cannot claim the rights of a Swiss citizen. I don't know the whole story or whether there wasn't more that the embassy might have done for them, but ultimately it wasn't technically their responsibility.
Snuggles McSquishbottom Thank you for your reply, much appreciated.
@@madalene7724 sure no prob! 😎
Name of the movie pliz
Bcoz the Swiss embassy belongs to the Swiss not America. It only has a section to serve American interest when necessary. However this woman could have done something to help her. She could have provide diplomatic immunity or diplomatic protection to escort them out of the country safely.
Betty *does* know why she went Iran. She was married to her husband for years and had no reason to distrust him. She never, ever thought he would turn on her as he did.
I had an Indian coworker of my mother's age, she was married to a white man and had four daughters of my age. She was an educated, dedicated, independent, woman with strong personality. He elder daughter married to a chinese man, second married to Iranian. For rest two daughters she used to tell that, "I am getting old now, let me die peacefully, a guy you will date and marry has to be a white or chinese". That one sentence said a lot.
I know plenty of white women married to Pakistani men and Turkish men
Are you kidding?
White people have the highest divorce rates
They're more Indian men with white women in every white country than vice versa
Also Indians are generally hindus too
@@pinkneanderthal4456 Divorce is not something tied to race or genetics. Most places with low divorces have other cultural reasons. Mainly religious, etc. for example, in this movie many Iranian women have nothing to gain from divorces especially since the children always go to the husbands only. if there are restrictions like that, then sure the divorce rates would go down among white countries and people as well 🤷♀️
@@pinkneanderthal4456Not sure where you from but you don’t see whtte women married to Pakistani or Turkish men or even Indian men. What does that happen? 😂
My Iranian friends ( guys) were annoyed by this movie. They said it portrayed Iranians as neing barbaric. My take: it is true that in the movie the craziest, most evil people are Iranian, but the only good people were also Iranian. The Americans were helpless, the Swiss woman showed no compassion. In fact, Betty was betrayed by an American woman
By the way: a huge lesson of what Means citizendhip in the world....that can raise you or destroyed you
Just a lesson for law students from the law faculty on International public or private law and the impact of citizenship
Was she on weeds when she decided to marry a Muslim?
Probably
Oh your are a prejudice Westerner.
He was a doctor, she was a typical hypergamous American woman who just married for money.
She was helped by muslims unfortunately she endedup with the wrong one but his family had alot to do with it too. Don't judge them all. I know loads of muslims and they are lovely people. There's good and bad everywhere.
@@dynahvelvixin.8615Those good Muslims are rare
The amount of comments from US citizens saying that all iranian or muslim men are like the villain depicted in this movie is.... actually not that surprising. Seriously people, get off your pedestal. Are there no abusers or criminals in your country? Are these abusers and criminals the norm for all men in your country? Grow up.
Most intelligent comment so far. Its human nature to point fingers at others without looking at your own.
You are both showing yourselves to be silly, presuming that all 342MILLION Americans think the same.
@@Quaker-tc8ue But I did not say that all those millions of US citizens think the same. I'm referring to the ones that have commented specifically on this comment section. Don't put words in my mouth; Thank you.
@@luisflores2096 all that anger because i called you out.
‘Grow up.’
@@Quaker-tc8ue What anger? I'm just replying with an argument that you can't debate back. You are just butthurt because most likely you are a US citizen. Chill out.
Kerala story is a real life story having similar plot , didn't know such things are happening from such a long time
Swiss woman is not a liar.
I AGREE TOTALLY.
I believe that Swiss woman can get them out.
@@dallasyap3064 but she obliged to her work and her area.... she cant just help anybody just because its moraly true.
And moraly true for whom?
Moral is local concept.
and as she said, moral IN Iran is different than morals in US.
as an ambassador she need and have to play by the local rules as professional.
To all the people and their negative comments towards Nicole : she was just doing her job. There was nothing she could do to help them. Everything she said was true. One thing the screenwriters omit is that Iran doesn't recognise dual citizenship and furthermore considers certain individuals Iranian citizens even when they themselves do not. For instance, if you are married to or are the child of an Iranian citizen (!) You are therefore bound by their strict laws and there is little other countries can do to assist you once you are in the country. Betty clearly had no idea of this and that is why Nicole asks why they came to the county.
Incidentally, on a separate note, the actress is actually English and has appeared in a number of British TV shows including Casualty and Heartbeat.
this is the stupidest rule ever the law needs to be changed
This was a great movie
As a westerner this movie contributed to how I view Arabic and/or muslim men. I am ashamed that I've allowed this to shape my perception for these men. Recently I met with a group that were more loving, supportive and welcoming than my own blood relatives. I say this to say, yes, be aware of who you interact with, ask ALOT of questions especially if you're not legally tied to them and make your conclusions then.Don't group everyone who looks a certain way into one box. Everyone's lifestyle and beliefs are different.
I agree
Finally a sensible comment. Thank you
True, true. This movie is based on a true story though. She wrote a book about what happened to her. You must just be careful. Some of them can be nice, true, but some of them not so much.
@@mariemunzar6474 I'm pretty sure that's all religions and cultures though.
@@mariemunzar6474 I think it was his personality combined with the culture and religion
Im a hungarian we dont have the greatest realitionship with romania i dislike the big bunch of them, but there is one single person who despite being romanian has my respect his name is vlad tepes go figures out why
@@user-iz1eu5jr9v we hungarians and the romanians never saw eye to eye so to speak plus they treat their hungarian minitory terrible
This movie set my view on marriage since I was like 8.
"Being held hostage". GOT IT
Genuinely asking, if she is born American, how is it that she automatically became Iranian and lost her Amercian citizenship after marrying an Iranian man? What type of law is that?
Sharia law from medieval times
Iranian Nationality Law
Muslim laws make women properties of males
What a nightmare end in a country and they look at you when you complain what s the problem this is normal . Thank god its not anymore like this .
I think Muslim culture is beautiful. I think Iranian culture is beautiful. I think a lot of countries have beauty. All I’m saying is I am proud to be an American because with all of the crap we have here, but one thing I have is the freedom to do what I want and be who I want. Yes there are certain discriminations from individual groups sometimes but when I think of the bigger picture I can practice the religion I want, I can wear the clothes I want. For that alone, I am thankful and grateful
This is true even to this day.
FBI (Agent Vega) confirmed to me that even in the US there were a lot of women being held hostages in their own homes, the children were controlled by the husbands and husbands families. That I was one of the “lucky” ones.
May I ask why you came to Iran? No the question she should ask is: Are you married American way or Iranian way? If Betty is married to the guy only American way then it is nonsense to say she needs his permission to leave! If she is married to him Iranian way then she can get a marriage portion and a share of his property in Iran and divorce. Then she can leaave. Guess what she can do to him then!
yes but she would lose custody of the child.
Gavin H Not if she proves the visa has been for short time. The custody of the child is according to the origin country up to 6 months
according to international law and conventions. I think the woman has had an affair in Iran.
@@direstraits6497 Her husband didn't feel obligated to obey Iranian law when it displeased him. Violating a visa wouldn't be much to him. Perhaps you should read the book. Moody was a man who was abusive and made a lot of very poor choices in his life, and it came back to haunt him.
But she cant get her daughter. That's the point. Above all else.
If you ,marry an Iranian man you are automatically Iranian! How do we do so many things automatically that part of the world? I do believe he has made poor choices in his life but I also know the story is rubbish. I happen to talk to Mahtabs teacher in Iran and she said she only heard about the the story when movie came out,
Does anyone remember how Betty’s mom got a hold about the Swiss Embassy? I’m sure she believed that the Embassy would get Betty and Mahtob out, but this scene revealed how disappointing it became.
I think in the book the embassy lady allowed her to call home. Betty told her parents what had happened, and also got the embassy to deny any transfer of Betty and Moody's American assets to Iran.
In the book, Betty's parents did everything they could from home, which wasn't much. They got the address of the Swiss embassy, called Betty and managed to tell her. Betty was able to call her family and send letters from the embassy.
Yes the lady allowed her to call her mother back home but it had to be on the down low. But I also feel as well the lawyer helped her.
No one:
Her: WhY dId YoU CoMe To Ichrân?
It’s a legit question
It was a good question. What she meant: have you lost your mind?
students in school be shown this film
That won't ever happen due to political correctness. It's sickening.
@@brianekay4149 im doing it rn
@@retake1810 good!
This happened today so not all hope is lost
My 7th grade history teacher showed us
At times we all wonder, is Islam a sub division of humans or a main division from humans. How come they still look like humans??
Nobody leave America and go to Iran. Thank you
I wonder if Avery from 90 day fiance ever watched this movie
Where can I get the full movie?
Popcorn time
It’s free right now on Amazon Prime!
Right I can’t find this movie for free not anywhere
amazon prime
This is what happens when you marry a Muslim ..
Shut up
MIS315 the truth hurts you !!!!
At least refuse to go inside the belly of the beast of your own accord: political correctness cannot save you
YES. BUT......MUSLINS ARE BLONDD BLIND. THEY MUST BELIEVE IN A SAVIOR TO GO TO PARADIDE. ONLY KR JESIS SON OF ALLAH CAN TAKE US paladin
@@buckrogers8436 JRS THE TRUTH IS JESUS..HE DIED FOR YOOOU. THAT S NT NOT HURT.
I wish they would put this on Life time.I wanted to buy it but I can not find it..
Patrica Dyson it’s on iTunes for purchase
You can find it on some of the free platforms like Tubi from time to time.
Such a stupid and untrue conversation. The US-Interest Section in the Swiss embassy in Teheran MUST take care of all US-citizens in Iran. This is one of their main tasks over there.
@ An US- citizen does not need to ask for asylum for his or her own country. The domestic iranian law is not valid within any foregin embassy in Teheran. In the recent years swiss embassy has helped couple of US-citizens to get out of the country.....rezaiean was of of them....
@ Rezaiean, Saberi, Hekmati, Esfandiari etc. In these cases the revolutionay guard in Iran made a deal with State department. The swiss embassy helped to contact the ministry of foregin affairs in Iran and transfer the people to the airport etc. I'm sorry, I can't explain you more details on this. I hope you understand me.
@@nsn9355 No thats OK, when was this? Around the same time or before that?
this all is from real life story, read it.. much better than the film of course
I always wondered maybe IF Betty wasnt married to Moody then maybe things would have been different? Naybe Nicole could have helped her and Mahtob?
All the more reason to do research before you marry someone out of your culture. Know what can happen. Don’t ever agree to leave America until you know ALL ramifications.
What a beautiful smile❤️
Good movie
How the Swedish government turned her back over to her husband sums up the country.
Switzerland is not Sweden. And there are no cangaroos in Austria.
All people should be able to go anywhere and return to their home country provided they are not fugitives of justice ...this is crazy , a eoman carries children in her woumb and feeds a child off er own bodys nutrients while nurturing them but they have no rights, a father has all control ....ugh!
I hope the real life woman who refused to help these people one day saw this, and felt the most immense shame and guilt. Letting two women held against their will be forced into a culture they don’t want to be in, because it’s “the law”. Their laws aren’t real! Whatever a man wants in the moment is the law there. I hope something happened I can’t put on here.
I wonder how the coronavirus pandemic has affected Iranian laws.
There aren’t enough vaccines and the government is refusing to use any western vaccines so it’s pretty bad there.
Dang that sucks
Why are women treated so badly in such countries?
Its very difficult to marry muslim
Then don't. What makes you think they want you?
, when they ask to marry you. But unfortunately animals wouldn't have a look in, very cruel , torturous lying evil man that buck.
Great movie, now days it will get baby for islamophobic.
Lie, I have sow this stay a way from my family
6 century Ottomans ruled balkan peninsula; nato created 2 mysl. state in EU, how you explain that.
Excelente historia
It also looks like that lady she can't leave iran herself
Duuh so 😢😭
If I am the Swiss woman, I would have definitely help them by getting them out of the country.
Is this still true and if so are you automatically no longer a United States citizen even if you’re still in America.
What they leave out is that her status is relative to whom you ask.
According to American law, Betty and Moody were recognized as having both American and Iranian citizenship.
According to Iranian law, as soon as Betty married an Iranian citizen, she also became an Iranian citizen. They no longer recognized her as being an American citizen.
Does that make sense?
The women from the Swiss Embassy has an Armenian name. Interesting!
kurgan highlander will you please explain more? Thank you.
That's "Swiss", honey, not "Swedish"....
Don‘t you know the difference between „Swiss“ and „Swedish“? jeeeeeesh
I read the book which goes into quite a bit more detail. The Swiss embassy official was named Helen and she was of Armenian heritage.
@@michelleprieur1 Thank you!
All liberals need to watch this.
All conservatives need to remember that unless you are full-blooded First Nations, you are living in the country known as the United States illegally.
Por favooooooooor
Pasame el link en españooooool
Te lo agradezco viejo.
Let this be a lesson about marrying outside of your customs because sometimes you have no rights.
Just another useless bureaucrat
I ones was married with iranian I lived in that country i was very happy, people need to see with their own eyes that country is magical ❤
Are you divorced now?
E troppo bello questo film 🎥
Troppo done zbaglia di sposare musulmani e dopo musulmani se comporta come li da loro
E tutto zbagliato che donele de un altra paese si sposa con musulmani
"FEMINISM" 👊🤜should be required in that country!!..
There are feminists in that country....and it is a hard fight.
Unfortunately they enforced strict sharia law. Under sharia law, women has no rights or anything. They don't obey husbands, they will get punished.
the official is a traitor..
No. She goes by the book and she could not help Betty even if she wanted to. Embassy officer cannot break the law of the station country.
Ridiculous. She has to abide by that country's laws.
She’s not, her hands were tied. There was nothing she could do.
Actually that Swiss woman could have arranged something for them. Like provide them Swiss diplomatic immunity or diplomatic protection to escort them out of the country safely. The iranian authorities can't do anything bcoz whatever she does, its all under international law.
@@BoraBoraSharkBoy isn't the Swiss embassy considered Swiss soil not Iranian soil and so not subject to laws ?
My husband is iranian but I didn't get iranian citizenship.
@A Little Sleepy Maybe. When we came to get his documents, they asked us if I also want to apply for Iranian citizenship to which I said no.
@MARY HARTMAN, MARY HARTMAN obviously! They have a nice marriage.
@MARY HARTMAN, MARY HARTMAN Yes, our marriage is happy, but my husband is not a Muslim, unlike the husband in the movie.
@@Nekrochomikon8 thank God u didn't have a husband like him. But if he ever ask u to travel with him to Iran or any middle east countries, say no. U don't want to meet the same fate as Betty.
@@Nekrochomikon8 Iranian culture is beautiful and rich and Iranian people are attractive. I bet y’all have beautiful children ❤
Middle East guys are cool, only when the bill comes. 😂