Silk Screen Film Festival: Ava

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Activity Type: 
Film
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Date: 
Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 19:00
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Location: 
125 Frick Fine Arts Auditorium
Contact Person: 
Lynn Kawaratani
Contact Phone: 
Contact Email: 
asia@pitt.edu
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2017 | Canada and Iran | 103 Minutes | Drama/Thriller

SYNOPSIS: Sadaf Foroughi's semi-autobiographical film debut focuses on teenager Ava's coming of age in a strict, traditional society and an even more strict, traditional household. After committing an act of rebellion, Ava must navigate her relationship with her parents, peers and teachers as her rage grows against both the people in her life and social restrictions in Iran. Dark and riveting, Ava explores the youths' need to be heard and understood.

UCIS Unit: 
Asian Studies Center
Non-University Sponsors: 
Silk Screen Asian Arts & Culture Organization