Project Detail

Slaughter

Synopsis

An experimental short film that delves into the archival and historical footage of the Iranian Revolution in 1979, depicting a symbolic narrative surrounding the ritualistic act of animal sacrifice, known as 'Besmel'. It serves as an allegorical representation of a nation's sacrifice amidst the backdrop of political transformations.

Details

Year
2023
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
7 min 20 sec
Format
Digital
Director
Sahand Sarhaddi
Producer
Yalda Sarhadi
Co-Producer
Sahand Sarhaddi
Editor
Sahand Sarhaddi
Screenwriter
Sahand Sarhaddi
Sound
Payam Hashemi Tari

Production Status

Production Company

Sheen Studio Ltd

11 Third Avenue
London
E17 9QJ

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