Cultural Center of Iran will held

Iran documentary movies in the past thirty one

years

screening the Selected works of Iranian cinema

February 17- 21 / 2010

Saint paul University

223 Main Street, Ottawa, ON  K1S 1C4

Programs:

"It's Always Late"
 
In this eye-opening and hopeful portrait of a Tehranian youth correctional centre, filmmaker “Mehrdad Oskouei” introduces us to a small group of teenage boys serving sentences related to violence, theft and drugs. We follow three in particular, each of whom demonstrates an unlikely blend of world-weary toughness, street-smarts and a mature compassion. In intimate interviews they open up, sharing fierce hopes and tender frustrations for their lives beyond the centre's walls.

"Dream of Silk"

In Dream of Silk, director “Nahid Rezai” returns to her all-girls high school twenty-five years later to explore the lives of young girls in contemporary Tehran. In this candid exploration of their dreams and hopes, the girls are at times shockingly open, often sweet, and occasionally sad as they talk about the future.

"Iran: Seven Faces of a Civilization"

Drawing on historical and archaeological evidence, this fascinating documentary reconstructs 7,000 years of Iranian history. The film’s advance animation techniques bring ancient wonders to life, giving an unprecedented look at Iran’s historical and cultural achievements.

"Persepolis Recreated"

Seized and burned by Alexander the Great's conquering army, shaken by uncounted earthquakes, eroded by 25 centuries of rain, fluctuating temperatures and scouring winds, Persepolis-the greatest of the royal residences of ancient Persia-is a definitive ancient ruin. Yet, the place remains an awesomely impressive sight 2,500 years after it was built. Even today, those who step up to its gigantic terrace of 125,000 square meters and sees its majestic columns are filled with a sense of awe drifting into a dream-like trance. A dream in which one tries to visualize the beauty and dazzling splendor of Persepolitan palaces before their sad destruction.

"Iran : Ancient land of beauty and wonder "

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