During the film's secret production, director and writer Mohammad Rasoulof stayed away from the set, aware that if anyone spotted him, they’d know what he was up to. This duality within the film — its compelling storyline of family secrets juxtaposed with the real-life risks of its making — paints a broader picture of the tension faced by artists under authoritarian regimes. Rasoulof’s absence was a necessary safety measure, highlighting the lengths one must go to in order to tell the truth.
Rasoulof speaks of his collaborators with pride, indicating a close-knit bond formed amid adversity, as many of them are facing serious consequences for their participation. He reflects their courage: 'You saw this extraordinary amount of exceptional young women who were so courageous, and so clearly were demanding to be able to show their identity, from the state and to the state.' This connection to the Women, Life, Freedom movement gives the film its potency and purpose.
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