The Stoning of Soraya M.
“When a deadly conspiracy became a shameful cover-up One witness refused to be silent”
CrimeDrama
A drama set in 1986 Iran and centered on a man, Sahebjam, whose car breaks down in a remote village and enters into a conversation with Zahra, who relays to him the story about her niece, Soraya, whose arranged marriage to an abusive tyrant had a tragic ending.
VIBE
This film is a brutal, unflinching look at injustice and the devastating consequences of religious fundamentalism and misogyny. It's an infuriating and heartbreaking experience that stays with you long after the credits roll.
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