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      And Still I Sing

      2022 1h 30m Documentary Music List
      Reviews Controversial Afghan pop star and activist Aryana Sayeed mentors young hopefuls as they prepare to appear on a hit TV singing competition show, AFGHAN STAR. As the show's female contestants Zahra Elham and Sadiqa Madadgar are on the verge of their dreams becoming reality, the Taliban returns to power. Award-winning Afghan-Canadian filmmaker, Fazila Amiri, follows the three women as they navigate the difficult journey of achieving success in a land where women are not encouraged to succeed. Through their story, AND STILL I SING reminds us that for over half a century, the right of artistic expression has never been guaranteed to Afghan women and continues to be contested. Read More Read Less

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      Liam Lacey Original Cin Fazila Amiri’s documentary about three courageous women singers and an Afghan reality show strives to find a message of hope amid the bleakness. Rated: B+ Oct 20, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis Controversial Afghan pop star and activist Aryana Sayeed mentors young hopefuls as they prepare to appear on a hit TV singing competition show, AFGHAN STAR. As the show's female contestants Zahra Elham and Sadiqa Madadgar are on the verge of their dreams becoming reality, the Taliban returns to power. Award-winning Afghan-Canadian filmmaker, Fazila Amiri, follows the three women as they navigate the difficult journey of achieving success in a land where women are not encouraged to succeed. Through their story, AND STILL I SING reminds us that for over half a century, the right of artistic expression has never been guaranteed to Afghan women and continues to be contested.
      Director
      Fazila Amiri
      Producer
      Amy Green, Chantal Kreviazuk
      Screenwriter
      Fazila Amiri
      Production Co
      Songs She Sings in Shadows, Sorma Films
      Genre
      Documentary, Music
      Original Language
      Persian
      Runtime
      1h 30m