"Reading Lolita in Tehran" Triumphs at Rome Film Festival 2024, Wins Audience Award and Special Jury Prize
"Reading Lolita in Tehran" made a resounding impact at the 2024 Rome Film Festival, securing two prestigious awards: the Audience Award for Best Film and the Special Jury Prize for Female Cast. This poignant adaptation captivated both viewers and critics alike with its powerful storytelling and outstanding performances.
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Reading Lolita in Tehran’ Movie to Premier at Rome Film Festival 2024
“Reading Lolita in Tehran” directed by award-winning director Eran Riklis (“Lemon Tree”) and written by Marjorie David will have its World Premier at Rome Film Festival on October 19th, 2024.
The film stars Golshifteh Farahani, Zar Amir, Mina Kavani, Bahar Beihaghi, Isabella Nefar, Raha Rahbari, Lara Wolf, Arash Marandi, Shahbaz Noshir, Catayoune Ahmadi, Reza Diako, Ash Goldeh, Sina Parvaneh, Rita Jahan Foruz
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Reading Lolita in Tehran’ Movie Hits Cannes Market, Stars ‘Holy Spider’s’ Zar Amir-Ebrahimi, Golshifteh Farahani
A long-anticipated adaptation of the 2003 bestselling novel “Reading Lolita in Tehran” by Azar Nafisi is hitting the Marché du Film at Cannes May 2023.
Directed by award-winning director Eran Riklis (“Lemon Tree”) and written by Marjorie David, the film stars an ensemble cast led by Golshifteh Farahani (“Pirates of the Caribbean”) & Zar Amir-Ebrahimi (“Holy Spider”) ….
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Theater review: ‘Wish You Were Here’
“…Sweet Salme, subtly crafted by Bahar Beihaghi, is a beating heart on stage…”
“…We meet Salme, played by Bahar Beihaghi, when she is resplendent in a bridal gown and about to be married….”
“…In that opening scene, Salme (Bahar Beihaghi) is the bride, and we might expect her to be the play’s focus….”
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Meet Bahar Beihaghi: Actress, Performer & Deviser
“I aspire to not only leave a legacy in the history of acting, but also be a representative of the women of my country, their resilience, talent and intelligence. ….”
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JACK Presents: SLOW SOUND OF SNOW as Part of 2020 Exponential Festival
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The Tradition of Bacha Posh in A Second Birth
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THML Theatre Company Presents The NYC Premiere Of A SECOND BIRTH By Ariel Mitchell
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