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And, Towards Happy Alleys - Screening & Performance

Join the Scottish Documentary Institute for the Scottish premiere of the documentary And, Towards Happy Alleys by Sreemoyee Singh screening at the Institut français d’Écosse on 18th June!

And, Towards Happy Alleys - Screening & Performance

About And, Towards Happy Alleys - Screening & Performance

The Scottish Documentary Institute invites you to the exclusive Scottish premiere of the highly acclaimed documentary 'And, Towards Happy Alleys', an evocative exploration of resistance as a daily act of survival in Iranian society, drawing inspiration from the rich traditions of Iranian cinema and the powerful poetry of Forough Farrokhzad.

Award-winning filmmaker Sreemoyee Singh takes viewers on a transformative journey to Tehran, capturing the essence of a nation on the precipice of revolution.

Following the screening, we have the privilege of hosting Sreemoyee Singh herself for a live talk and lyrical performance, where she will delve into her unique and captivating filmmaking process.

Taking place on Sunday 18 June, 4:30PM @ the French Institute, Edinburgh.

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