Gasher | "Washer of the Dead"
Gassal tells the story of an ordinary man who makes his living by washing and shrouding dead bodies. However, the care he shows to his job creates a great contrast with his past full of traumas and secrets in his personal life.
The film begins with the main character encountering unexpected events during an ordinary death washing process. A corpse that arrives at midnight drags the gassal into a terrifying adventure full of tension and mystery. The corpse is not only a body, but also a symbol of a mistake the gassal made in his past.
The prominent characters include the gassal's assistant, who is strictly committed to his religious beliefs, and a police inspector who tries to uncover these dark secrets. The film presents viewers with a psychological thriller as it deals with a person facing their fears and carrying the weight of their conscience. The story, which leads the viewer to deep thought with its closing, impressively shows how deep the marks traumas can leave on the human soul.
