جشنواره فیلمهای ایرانی
A season of Iranian films at venues across Edinburgh.
Films at ECA Screen Academy
The Tale of Two Soldiers - داستان دو سربازA Tale of Two Soldiers is the story of two ordinary men – an Iranian and an Iraqi – both former prisoners of war in the Iran-Iraq war. They first met on the battlefield where one man saved the other, and fate brought them together again 20 years later in Canada. The director follows their story for six years and reveals the psychological effects of war as he documents the personal transformation of these men. This is a story of hope, about the common brotherhood of man – and one in which humanity and compassion triumph.
There will be a Q and A session with one of the production team after the film.
Venue: Main Building, Main Lecture Theatre, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place, EH3 9DF Entry: FREE Admission
No One Knows about Persian Cats - کسی از گربه های ایرانی خبر نداره
It is estimated there are around 2,000 illegal independent bands in Tehran’s underground music scene. This film follows two young musicians on their quest to form a band to play at a concert abroad. The film was shot in secret and features performances by real life bands.
Date / Time: Thurs 3rd Feb 2011 / 17:00-19:00
Venue: Main Building, Main Lecture Theatre, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place, EH3 9DF Entry: FREE Admission
Film Seminar at Screen Academy - Napier
Women and Films in Iran - زن در سینمای ایران
This seminar will explore both the role of women in Iranian cinema as well as the practicalities of filming in Iran as a woman. It will be led by film makers Roxana Pope and Maryam Ghorbankarimi and film academic Taraneh Dadar and include clips from their various films.
Date / Time: Fri 4th Feb 2011 / 14:00-16:00 Venue: Studio 2, Edinburgh Skillset Screen & Media Academy, 2A Merchiston Avenue, Edinburgh EH10 4NU Entry: FREE Admission
Brass Monkey Screenings
Santouri - سنتوری
Dariush Mehrjui • 2007 • Iran • 106 mins • Farsi with English subtitles
Ali narrates the film as he goes from a popular wedding musician and loving husband to a divorced drug addict living on the streets. Using flashbacks and incorporating classical music, the audience goes on a rollercoaster of emotions.
Date / Time: Mon 31st Jan 2011 / 19:30-21:30
Venue: Screening Room, Brass Monkey Pub, 14 Drummond Street, Edinburgh EH8 9TU Entry: FREE Admission
The Day I Became a Woman - روزی که زن شدم
This lyrical film about freedom and oppression was co-written by Mohsen Makhmalbaf. It follows three Iranian women living in South Iran who are at different stages in their lives. The film premiered at the 2000 Venice Film Festival.
Date / Time: Tues 1st Feb 2011 / 19:30-21-30
Venue: Screening Room, Brass Monkey Pub, 14 Drummond Street, Edinburgh EH8 9TU Entry: FREE Admission
Showcase of Iranian Short Films
An exciting and surprising night of Iranian short films brought to you in association with the London Iranian Film Festival:
www.ukiff.org.uk
See the EIF website closer to the date for further details.
Venue: Screening Room, Brass Monkey Pub, 14 Drummond Street, Edinburgh EH8 9TU Entry: FREE Admission
Storytelling Session (See Books)
Mixed Nutz Persian Adventure
Mixed Nutz is an animation about a group of friends from different places and their adventures in school and at home. In this episode, Babak, Saman and Sousanne meet an artist while at a mehmooni (party). The artist tells them that they can use their imagination to go anywhere they like. He then takes them on a journey through Iran to celebrate its culture and history. Guest starring Maz Jobrani and a music video from Abjeez.
Mixed Nutz DVDs can be purchased at www.oznoz.com
This animation will be screened as part of our fun kids event, and will be followed by Shahnameh Storytelling (see Books section for further details). There will also be an opportunity for arts and crafts.
Date / Time: Sat 5th Feb 2011 / 14:00-14:31
Venue: Cabaret Bar, Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, Edinburgh EH8 9TJ
Entry: FREE Admission
Middle Eastern Film Festival 2011
The following films will be shown as part of the 2011 Middle Eastern Film Festival, which will run from 10th February to 21st February 2011.
Please see listings on MESP and Filmhouse website for further details on the films. For bookings contact Filmhouse Cinema: 0131 228 2688
www.mesp.org.uk www.filmhousecinema.com
About Elly - درباره الی
A group of friends take a trip to North Iran to introduce a visiting friend to a prospective partner, Elly. The holiday takes an unexpected turn when she disappears. As they struggle to find her, the truth about Elly is exposed. Official entry for Academy Awards® Best Foreign Language film.
Date / Time: Thurs 10th Feb 2011 / 17:45-19:44
Venue: Filmhouse Cinema, 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ
Entry: Contact Filmhouse Cinema 0131 228 2688 or visit their site www.filmhousecinema.com
Tehran Backyard
Roxana Pope • 2008 • Iran • 28 mins • Persian with English subtitles
This film follows Pari, a 65 year old woman who travels over six hours each day to work as a cleaner for middle class families of north Tehran. Set against a backdrop of demonstrations, we witness the extraordinary life of Pari who has carried her family through adversity and remains the main breadwinner. Royal Television Award nominee, NextFrame Film Festival best documentary winner, London Documentary Film Festival 2008 premiere.
Red Burqa
Roxana Pope • 2009 • Iran • 5 mins • Persian with English subtitles
This documentary takes us behind the red burqa to reveal the women who still wear them against a stunning visual journey across the landscapes of south Iran. The film was commissioned by LX Films Portugal and The Gulbenkian Foundation as part of the 'Distance/Proximity' series where filmmakers made films about everyday objects with an interesting history. Lisbon premiere, Creteil Women's Film Festival Paris 2010 best short film nominee.
Date / Time: Sun 13 Feb 2011 / 13:30-14:28
Venue: Filmhouse Cinema, 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ
Entry: Contact Filmhouse Cinema 0131 228 2688 or visit their site www.filmhousecinema.com
Tehroun - تهرون
In the urban jungle of South Tehran, almost everything can be bought or sold. The dream of making their way in the big city turns sour for Ibrahim and his housemates as they get caught up in the world of beggars, prostitutes, and gangsters. Venice Critic’s week audience award winner.
Date / Time: Thurs 17th Feb 2011 / 18:00-19:35
Venue: Filmhouse Cinema, 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ
Entry: Contact Filmhouse Cinema 0131 228 2688 or visit their site www.filmhousecinema.com
Thanks
The organisers of the Edinburgh Iranian Festival would like to thank the following organisations for their help in putting this film programme together.
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| www.creativescotland.com | www.filmhousecinema.com | www.mesp.org.uk | www.ukiff.org.uk | www.screenacademyscotland.ac.uk |
The films shown at the Filmhouse Cinema are part of a Middle Eastern film festival which will be a pre-event to the 2011 Middle Eastern Festival of Spirituality and Peace, MESP 2011.
10/02/2011 - 21/02/2011: MESP 2011 Middle Eastern Film Festival
19/02/2011: MESP 2011 Workshop on the History and Themes of Turkish Cinema
22/02/2011 - 03/03/2011: MESP 2011 Pre Events
04/03/2011 - 17/03/2011: MESP 2011 Main Events
16/01/2011 - 26/03/2011: MESP 2011 Exhibitions and Displays
For more information, please visit http://www.mesp.org.uk
For more information/advice, please e-mail: info@ediranfest.co.uk