This short film is a poignant tale of defiance and hope as one woman challenges the deep-seated patriarchal norms to uplift the lives of girls through the power of literacy in rural Iran.
Warm Breezes - Education, Resilience, Defiance, Empowerment
This documentary is a chronicles the inspirational journey of a dedicated teacher striving to combat female illiteracy in a small village in the Sistan and Baluchestan province. Set against the backdrop of a deeply patriarchal society, the film offers a penetrating look into the day-to-day struggles of these literacy movement educators, who, despite encountering resistance from certain sectors of the community, remain steadfast in their mission. The narrative underlines the transformative power of education and the resilience of women in challenging societal norms.
Hossein Rigi, Documentary and Experimental Cinema Development Center