In Calmaco, Shakkar, a grieving woman trapped in a loveless marriage, finds hope when she
meets Ara, a 10-year-old boy suffering abuse. Driven by a maternal bond, she risks everything
to save him and give him a chance at a better life
About the Director
Nasim Kiani is a writer, director, and producer with a background in law.
After training as a lawyer in Iran, she studied filmmaking at The Los Angeles
Film School in the United States. Her work focuses on emotional truth and
social themes. She has earned recognition through festival screenings and
industry programs, including Cannes and Academy Gold Rising internships.
