The Other Side of Burka
Az pase borghe
Synopsis
The Other Side of Burka is a 2004 Iranian documentary directed by Mehrdad Oskouei. In the southern island of Qeshm, Iran, which is a very strict region in point of tradition and African-Arabic rules, all women are under the pressure of patriarch society. Their sufferance is manifested by different mental (Zar, Possession) and physical diseases which must be only treated by Zar Ceremony. For the first time, despite the danger these women face, this film tells us the sad story of their life and shows their confection in front of the camera. It tries to be an honest mirror which reflects their sufferance and unveils their Burka to reveal their real characters.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mehrdad Oskouei
- Screenplay & Story
- Mehrdad Oskouei
- Original Score
- Ali Samadpour
- Original Title
- Az pase borghe
- Country of Origin
- Iran
- Spoken Languages
- Persian
- Runtime
- 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mehrdad Oskouei
Mehrdad Oskouei
Ali Samadpour
Ebrahim Saeedi
Mehrdad Oskouei
Department Leadership Roster
Mehrdad Oskouei
Director
Mehrdad Oskouei
Writer
Mehrdad Oskouei
Producer
Ebrahim Saeedi
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Other Side of Burka.
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What is The Other Side of Burka about?
The Other Side of Burka is a 2004 Iranian documentary directed by Mehrdad Oskouei. In the southern island of Qeshm, Iran, which is a very strict region in point of tradition and African-Arabic rules, all women are under the pressure of patriarch society. Their sufferance is manifested by different mental (Zar, Possession) and physical diseases which must be only treated by Zar Ceremony. For the first time, despite the danger these women face, this film tells us the sad story of their life and shows their confection in front of the camera. It tries to be an honest mirror which reflects their sufferance and unveils their Burka to reveal their real characters.
Who directed The Other Side of Burka?
The Other Side of Burka was directed by Mehrdad Oskouei.
Who stars in The Other Side of Burka?
The principal cast of The Other Side of Burka includes Not specified.
When was The Other Side of Burka released and how long is it?
The Other Side of Burka was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 52m.
Who composed the musical score for The Other Side of Burka?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Other Side of Burka was composed by Ali Samadpour.