Divine Comedy + introduction Ali Sardari Shahbolaghi
A sharp satire about an Iranian filmmaker whose films have all been banned by the regime. Ali Sardari Shahbolaghi, a Lumière staff member and expert on Iranian cinema, will give an introduction.
With Divine Comedy, we turn our attention to a film culture that continues to inspire internationally despite censorship and political pressure. For many years, Iranian filmmakers have succeeded in telling deeply personal and socially critical stories with remarkable sensitivity and creativity, often under circumstances in which making art is far from self-evident.
Prior to the screening, Ali Sardari Shahbolaghi will give an introduction. Drawing on his passion for Iranian cinema, he will reflect on the important role that art and artists play within Iranian society, the challenges filmmakers face today, and what will be lost if their work is not cherished and valued. Language no problem.
Language introduction:
English