A Fringe Festival Of Films From Iran

Gyaan Adab is hosting a screening of unusual films from Iran, a country whose cinema has been appreciated by audiences the world over.  These films are of mixed genres. While some are both technically and conceptually experimental, others grapple with individual and family psychology or with suffocating traditions.

SCHEDULE

The Bright Day (96 mins): A kindergarten teacher and her driver have six hours to track down witnesses willing to testify in court to save a man’s life.

No Entry For Men (105 mins): In an all girls’ school, a male teacher is hired for the first time ever. A hilarious battle of the sexes ensues.

I’m Not Angry (110 mins): Navid is an expelled university student who tries not to get angry when faced with the immoralities prevalent in society, and does all he can not to lose his love, Setareh.

The Paternal House (105 mins): The story begins in 1929 and leads up to 1996, as the tragedy of an honour killing won’t let one family rest for multiple generations.

When: July 19-22, 7 pm

Where: Gyaan Adab Centre , Kalyani Nagar

Donation pass: Rs 50 per screening

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