The Stoning of a Temptress

The Sovereign

Still proudly flaunting its progressive values, a young independent nation prepares to celebrate an all-purpose holiday called The Sovereign. Despite the declared moral superiority, the little nation is rife with inequality, apathy and a strengthening authoritarian framework. For the 24-hour holiday, citizens are encouraged to share their blessings with the less fortunate.

Coffee with Mandy

When his estranged ex-girlfriend Mandy returns from volunteering as a nurse in Gaza, Amin is forced to confront his own beliefs as he struggles to accept her conversion to Islam.

Farsi with Maman

An Iranian-American man recounts his complicated relationship with the native language he forgot.

A Passage of Silence

Working surveillance for the oppressive regime in Iran, a father’s loyalty is tested when his son needs help escaping regime agents.

Mannequin's Waltz

A shopping mall mannequin comes to life as a ballerina.

Dear Abbas...

A tribute to the late filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami. Shot on iPhone 8.

Charlie

A dementia-stricken war veteran mistakes his put-upon son for a lover from his past, forcing both men to confront their complicated relationship.

People (Who Need People)

A recently divorced man breaks into his ex-husband's house to steal the Barbra Streisand album he gave him as an anniversary gift, only to discover that there are unresolved issues at the heart of their relationship.

Don't Be a Stranger

An Iranian couple is paid an unexpected visit by their estranged, drug-addict son one morning, only to find an old pattern repeating itself.

Coffee With Baba

An Iranian-American twentysomething and his father meet for coffee, only to find themselves clashing over their differing worldviews.