Ava
آوا
Synopsis
Based on her own adolescent experiences, Sadaf Foroughi’s AVA is a gripping debut about a young girl’s coming-of-age in a strict, traditional society. Living with her well-to-do parents in Tehran, Ava is a bright and focused teen whose concerns — friendships, music, social status, academic performance — resemble that of nearly any teenager. When Ava’s mistrustful and overprotective mother questions her relationship with a boy — going so far as to visit a gynecologist — Ava is overwhelmed by a newfound rage. Formerly a model student, Ava begins to rebel against the strictures imposed by her parents, her school, and the society at large.
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AVA Trailer | TIFF 2017
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-09-13
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Toronto International Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sadaf Foroughi
- Screenplay & Story
- Sadaf Foroughi
- Original Title
- آوا
- Country of Origin
- Qatar, Iran, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Persian
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sadaf Foroughi
Sadaf Foroughi
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Sadaf Foroughi
Writer
Sadaf Foroughi
Director
Siamak Karinejad
Production Design
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What is Ava about?
Based on her own adolescent experiences, Sadaf Foroughi’s AVA is a gripping debut about a young girl’s coming-of-age in a strict, traditional society. Living with her well-to-do parents in Tehran, Ava is a bright and focused teen whose concerns — friendships, music, social status, academic performance — resemble that of nearly any teenager. When Ava’s mistrustful and overprotective mother questions her relationship with a boy — going so far as to visit a gynecologist — Ava is overwhelmed by a newfound rage. Formerly a model student, Ava begins to rebel against the strictures imposed by her parents, her school, and the society at large.
Who directed Ava?
Ava was directed by Sadaf Foroughi.
Who stars in Ava?
The principal cast of Ava includes Mahour Jabbari, Vahid Aghapoor, Parnian Akhtari, Sarah Alimoradi, Mona Ghiasi.
When was Ava released and how long is it?
Ava was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ava?
Ava holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.