Negar Azarbayjani
Homayoun Ershadi, Ghazal Shakeri, Shayesteh Irani, Maryam Boubani, Nima Shahrokh Shahi, Saber Abar
102 mins
2011
Iran
PG
Persian; German
Yes
Digital
Part of the Edinburgh Iranian Festival 2022 Season
Set in contemporary Iran, Facing Mirrors is a story of an unlikely and daring friendship that develops despite social norms and religious beliefs. Although Rana is a traditional wife and mother, she is forced to drive a cab to pay off the debt that keeps her husband in prison. By chance she picks up the wealthy and rebellious Edi, who is desperately awaiting a passport to leave the country. At first Rana attempts to help, but when she realizes that Edi is transgender, a dangerous series of conflicts arises. Directed by Negar Azarbayjani, Facing Mirrors is the first narrative film from Iran to feature a transgender main character.
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