Cutting Through Rocks
First female councilor in her Iranian village, Sara Shahverdi challenges tradition by teaching girls to ride motorcycles and fighting child marriage, while facing doubts about her motives.
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"I had the chance to watch Cutting Through Rocks on the big screen during the DC/DOX Festival in Washington, DC, and it was truly a powerful experience. What stood out to me most was how the documentary carries the depth, suspense, and emotional arc, and it shows how powerful and skillful the directors were. It's no surprise that it's received such high praise, including the Grand Jury Prize for the World Documentary at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. During the directors' post-screening discussion and masterclass, Sara Khaki and Mohammadreza Eyni spoke about the patience and c..."
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First female councilor in her Iranian village, Sara Shahverdi challenges tradition by teaching girls to ride motorcycles and fighting child marriage, while facing doubts about her motives.