An older couple leave Tehran and return to their idyllic home town on the Turkish border, but their dreams of quiet retirement are shattered by the realisation that their town has become a smuggling gateway into Europe.
Directed by Abolfazl Talooni, produced by Anna Snowball. Visit Abolfazl’s website for some fantastic behind-the-scenes photos and production information.
Visions du Réel 2020 - Switzerland - World Premiere
CAMERIMAGE 2020 - Poland Golden Frog Winner
Film Fest Gent 2020 - Belgium Special Mention for Best International Short Film
International Migration & Environmental Film Festival 2021 - Canada - Best Short Film
Go Short International Short Film Festival Nijmegen 2021 - The Netherlands
MDOC - Melgaço International Documentary Film Festival 2021 - Portugal
Festival International du Film de Montagne d'Autrans 2020 - France