Iran
1963
Director: Forough Farrokhzad
Writer: Forough Farrokhzad
Produced by: Ebrahim Golestan

Forugh Farrokhzad was an Iranian poet, filmmaker, and feminist who was born on January 5, 1935, and died on February 13, 1967. She is widely regarded as one of the most significant Iranian poets of the 20th century.
Farrokhzad began writing poetry at a young age and published her first collection, “Asir” (The Captive), in 1955. Her work dealt with themes such as love, feminism, and social justice, and she was known for her frank and sometimes controversial depictions of female sexuality.
In addition to her poetry, Farrokhzad also worked as a documentary filmmaker, creating films that focused on social issues such as poverty and prostitution.
Farrokhzad’s work was often censored in Iran due to its explicit content and feminist themes, but she remains a beloved figure in Iranian literature and culture. Her legacy has influenced generations of Iranian writers and artists, and she is remembered as a trailblazer for women’s rights in Iran.