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Investigative judge Iman struggles with paranoia amid political unrest in Tehran
When his gun goes missing, he suspects his wife and daughters are taking draconian measures that are straining family ties in the face of a collapse in social rules. Filmmaker Mohammad Rasuloff was originally scheduled to appear at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival as a member of the jury for the Un Sure Regard section. However, he was arrested in July 2022 after criticizing the government’s crackdown on protests in the southwestern Iranian city of Abadan over a deadly building collapse. On May 8, 2024, Rasuloff’s lawyer announced that he had been sentenced to eight years in prison, a flogging, a fine, and the confiscation of his property. On May 12, 2024, Rasuloff announced that he had managed to escape Iran and was staying at an undisclosed location in Europe.
Children think differently
On May 24, 2024, Rasuloff attended the film’s premiere in Cannes and held photos of two of the film’s actors, Soheila Golestani and Misagha Zare, on the red carpet. Iman: Does Sana want blue hair? Painted nails? Why? Naimeh: The world has changed.
Nor has his laws
Iman: The world has changed, but God hasn’t. Naimeh: We have to teach them that. Iman: We’ve always done that. Opening credits: “The Ficus Religiosa is a tree with an extraordinary life cycle. Seeds contained in bird droppings fall on other trees.
Aerial roots emerge and grow to the floor
Then the branches wrap around the host tree and choke it. Finally, the sacred fig tree stands alone.” “Dain Anir Maabed” is a powerful and moving portrait of “Zan Zendeghi Azadi” (Women, Life, Freedom). The film is a documentary, combining authentic footage of protests with a narrative that highlights the courage and determination of people fighting for their rights. Through scenes of actual protests, interviews, and personal stories, the film shows what it is like to stand up to oppression. We witness the courage of the women and men who risk everything for freedom, despite the dangers that lie ahead.
“Dane Annir Maabed” is more than just a film
This film goes beyond simply telling the story of the movement; it brings viewers closer to the lives of the participants and the sacrifices they made. It is a tribute to the perseverance of the people who fought for justice, and anyone who wants to understand “Zan Zendegi Azadi” should watch it. movement and its powerful message of hope and freedom. A moving tribute to the courage behind the “Zan Zendegi Azadi” Movement.
