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Disruption: Contemporary Shorts by Iranian Women Filmmakers (15*) + ScreenTalk with Mania Akbari and special guests

,Cinemas 2
A woman looks at a long piece of hair in front of a floral wallpaper.

Discover six short films by women directors predominantly based with Iran, which put the experiences of women and children centre stage.

This programme introduces a curated selection of fictional films crafted by Iranian women, predominantly based within Iran. Set against the backdrop of Iran's deeply patriarchal society, these films serve as a much-needed disruption. 

At the heart of this programme, two interwoven themes emerge: the experiences of women and children.

From the delicate and fragmented recollections of childhood memories to depictions of women within diverse power dynamics, this collection beckons us to engage with emotions often overlooked in the tapestry of everyday life. Through the lenses of filmmakers, the inner workings of a system that fosters vulnerability in the lives of children and women are laid bare.

Followed by a discussion with Mania Akbari (on stage), director Payvand Eghtesadi and curator Sadaf Sadri (via Zoom), hosted by Tiara Sahar Ataii.

Tagged with: Cinema

Curated by Pegah Pasalar, Sadaf Sadri and Cryptofiction

Tiara Sahar Ataii

Tiara Sahar Ataii is an aid worker and writer on art, conflict, and rights in the Middle East.

Programme

The Zoo

While at the zoo, Ranaa's mother reveals that her father has left them. As they stroll past empty animal cages, Ranaa reflects on the significance of absence.

2022 Iran Dir Nafiseh Zare 17 min

 

Dissociation

8-year-old Pouya disappears until his aunt discovers him hiding under the bed, and she uncovers the reason why he has panicked.

2021 Iran Dir Payvand Eghtesadi 10 min

 

Raya

A young girl and her family are forced to evacuate their home, but she may have found another way out.

2020 Iran Dir Sepide Berenji 14 min

The Region

A film is in production but the shoot is not going well. The lead actress is nervous and must fight for her creative freedom.

2021 Iran Dir Asma Ebrahimzadegan 23 min

 

Iran; Second Day

A girl waits to be picked up from school but her mother never arrives.

2021 Iran Dir Kiana Montajabi 15 min

 

Hair

In Iran, an elderly woman experiences hair loss. However, her husband forbids her from entering the kitchen, fearing her hair might fall into the food…

2022 Iran Dir Samaneh Yadollahi 15 mi

Cinemas 2

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