At Film Fest DC: Washington DC International Film Festival
Iran, USA, 2010, 90 minutes, Color
Since two-thirds of Iran's population is under 30, a little youthful testing of boundaries is inevitable. But there's more than a bit of adolescent revolt in this film, shot secretly in Tehran with cast and crew members who used pseudonyms. The threaded narrative follows seven young Iranians whose taboo interests include sex, rock music, and alcoholic refreshment. Among the issues facing the characters: a gay man's attempt to dissuade relatives from arranging a marriage for him, a young feminist's desire to become a singer in a society that demands women's public silence, and finding a time and place for love in a society that strives to segregate men and women. Like No One Knows About Persian Cats (Filmfest DC 2010), this film shows the importance of Tehran's underground music scene. It also reveals a wider range of young Iranians' inspirations for rebellion, from democracy to a glass of beer. —Mark Jenkins
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