Iranian female filmmakers

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  • “Villa Dwellers” 2023-09-27 19:43

    By Samaneh Aboutalebi

    Exploring the human side of war: Iranian female filmmakers and the Iran-Iraq conflict: Part 2

    Monir Qeidi is another notable female filmmaker who has made significant contributions to the Iranian war cinema genre. Her debut feature film “Villa Dwellers” focuses on the lives of women left behind during the Iran-Iraq war, exploring their struggles, resilience, and determination in the absence of their husbands and sons. 

  • Merila Zarei 2023-09-26 17:46

    By Samaneh Aboutalebi

    Exploring the human side of war: Part 1

    TEHRAN – The Iran-Iraq war, also known as the Sacred Defense, was a brutal conflict that took place between the two countries from 1980 to 1988. The war had a profound impact on both countries, resulting in significant loss of life, economic devastation, and social upheaval.