The Stoning of Soraya M.
A friend recently told me about a new movie coming out, The Stoning of Soraya M. It is about one woman's stoning in Iran. Here is the website. This movie looks like it will both serve as a reminder of how good American women have it and highlight how women are treated in some other nations.
Here is a description of the movie,
Have you heard of it?
Here is a description of the movie,
"In a world of secrecy, corruption and injustice, a single courageous voice can tell a true story that changes everything.
This is what lies at the heart of the emotionally charged experience of THE STONING OF SORAYA M. Based on an incredible true story, this powerful tale of a village’s persecution of an innocent woman becomes both a daring act of witness and a compelling parable about mob rule. Who will join forces with the plot against her, who will surrender to the mob, and who will dare to stand up for what is right. It is both a classic fable of good and evil and an inspiring tribute to the many fighting against injustice all around the world, THE STONING OF SORAYA M. was a rousing runner-up to 'Slumdog Millionaire' as the Audience Favorite at the Toronto Film Festival."
This is what lies at the heart of the emotionally charged experience of THE STONING OF SORAYA M. Based on an incredible true story, this powerful tale of a village’s persecution of an innocent woman becomes both a daring act of witness and a compelling parable about mob rule. Who will join forces with the plot against her, who will surrender to the mob, and who will dare to stand up for what is right. It is both a classic fable of good and evil and an inspiring tribute to the many fighting against injustice all around the world, THE STONING OF SORAYA M. was a rousing runner-up to 'Slumdog Millionaire' as the Audience Favorite at the Toronto Film Festival."
Have you heard of it?
I'd like to add an article from the New York Times that I read back in February. It is factually relevant to the movie and offers hope for women who have long been living with few, if any, rights. Although we certainly do not wish divorce upon any couple, it is clear that this is the best option for women who are beaten by their husbands and forced into marriages at very young ages. I hope you find it as interesting as I did.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/13/world/middleeast/13iran.html
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this is a powerful, must-see film for anyone who cares about women's rights and human rights around the world. shohreh aghdashloo is amazing as the leading actress. her performance alone is worth seeing this film.
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