Forugh Farrokhzad

Summit of the Wave

Part 3 of documentary trilogy about Pertsian poet Forough Farrokhzad. This part focuses on her theatre and film work.

The Mirror of the Soul

Part 2 of the trilogy concerning Persian poet Farough Farrokhz. This film examines her controversial, sometimes erotic, poetry. Contemporary Iranian poet Forough Farrokhzad became a legend in her own time for her innovative and controversial writings. In this extensive, three-part documentary, Farrokhzad's life, work, and soul are laid bare. Director Nasser Saffarian deftly combines interviews with family members and peers with footage of Farrokhzad shot by Bernardo Bertolucci. Saffarian digs deep into her personal and professional life to uncover new information about this outspoken artist. Includes The Green Cold, a revealing look at her private world, The Mirror of the Soul, an exploration of her controversial, sometimes erotic poetry, and Summit of the Wave, an overview of her theater and film work.

The Green Cold

Part 1 of the trilogy concerning Persian poet Farough Farrokhz. This film traces her personal life.

"Forough Farrokhzad" Funeral Ceremony

"Forough Farrokhzad" Funeral Ceremony

The Brick and the Mirror

Hashem is a cab driver who finds an infant child in the back seat of his cab one night after he gives a ride to a young woman. Hashem and his girlfriend, Taji, try to cope with this unwanted child. Hashem insists on getting rid of the child, Taji on keeping him.

The House Is Black

Set in a leper colony in the north of Iran, The House is Black juxtaposes "ugliness," of which there is much in the world as stated in the opening scenes, with religion and gratitude.

Courtship

Ebrahim Golestan's contribution to an anthology film about the rites of betrothal in four separate countries.