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The spotlights and cameras are all in position. The moderator takes a last quick look at his notes. The final seconds of the intro ad roll by – 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 – and then the reality TV show goes live. Televised on the night of Yalda, of all days, a Persian celebration of the winter solstice. Tonight’s guest is Maryam, a young woman condemned to death, sitting across from the other guest, Mona. Maryam was living with Mona’s father in a temporary marriage. Now she stands accused of his murder. In front of the camera and millions of viewers, Maryam is supposed to beg for forgiveness and her life. Alluding to a real, popular Iranian TV Show, the drama that unfolds both on stage and behind the scenes is full of twists, explosive reveals and emotions that go beyond the two grieving women and explore greater social dimensions.
Special pre-recorded intro by Armin Miladi - who is an award winning filmmaker and
director of Iranian Film Festival of Australia and New York. Armin has a strong
background in the arts. After graduating from Tehran University with a Bachelor
of Science and Engineering, Armin developed a keen interest in cinema and
started working as a film critic for a number of major publications in Iran. He
has also made a number of short films and documentaries. His short film, Found,
has screened at a number of festivals around the world, winning several awards.
Armin’s strong believe in tolerance through cultural understanding has been his
driving force for establishing the Iranian Film Festival.
WINNER: Sundance Film Festival (Grand Jury Prize World Cinema Dramatic)
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