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In a rural tomato farm, the elderly owner falls in love with a factory worker, risking his relationship with his family. This classic 1995 romantic drama was written and directed by a pioneering Iranian filmmaker. The film portrays the challenges of love across social classes in Iran.
Friday, June 23, 8.45 p.m.
From the Director:
Rakhshan Banietemad
Atafeh and Shireen explore Tehran’s underground scene and fall in love. Meanwhile, Atafeh’s brother Mehran returns from rehab and discovers religion and Shireen. He tries to free her from Atafeh’s “bad” influence. This film portrays homosexuality in contemporary Iran and won the Audience Award at Sundance, but was banned in Iran and resulted in the director being banned.
Friday, June 16, 6 p.m.
in presence of the director
Maryam Keshavarz
Masih Alinejad, an activist and journalist, leads the anti-hijab movement from New York. The film follows her life and activism, as she fights for the rights of Iranian women against hijab compulsion. Despite threats of violence and repression to her family, she bravely continues her mission to expose abuses in Iran.
Wednesday, May 17, 6.15 p.m.
in presence of the director
Nahid Persson
Mahi, a 12-year-old girl living in the countryside, faces shame and rebuke from her mother when she asks about pregnancy. Left misguided and alone, she tries to fulfill societal expectations until a visit from a young man leads to her sexual abuse. Maryam Zahirimehr illustrates the tragic consequences of a society that forbids sex education and discussion.
Friday, May 26, 6.30 p.m.
From the director: Maryam Zahirimehr
