Nasrin

Released Oct 1, 2020

1h 32m

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Filmmaker Jeff Kaufman presents an immersive portrait of human rights activist and political prisoner Nasrin Sotoudeh and the remarkably resilient Iranian women's rights movement.

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"Courage under fire" is an expression that could best be used to describe Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh. The lion-hearted attorney has defiantly taken on a variety of cases defending women, children, religious minorities, persecuted artists and outspoken political reformers against overblown charges brought by a fundamentalist government regime seeking to suppress opposition at any cost, including instances involving blatant illegality, unethical conduct and outright lying. And, for her efforts, she has gained international notoriety but at a cost to herself, including imprisonment and physical torture. Director Jeff Kaufman's superb documentary look at Nasrin's heroic life chronicles the many challenges she has faced while unflinchingly depicting the stalwart defiance she has demonstrated in the face of odds frequently stacked against her. The filmmaker also candidly yet sensitively illustrates the counselor's human side -- her family life, her involvement in the arts community, and the heartfelt compassion she genuinely feels for her clients and causes -- proof of the authenticity guiding her actions. Clandestinely shot in Iran under the threat of prosecution and narrated by Oscar winner Olivia Colman, "Nasrin" paints a truly remarkable portrait of a truly remarkable individual.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Nasrin is an inspiration to the human race. This documentary gives us in a glimpse into Iran and the brave citizens that are looking to make a difference. A must see!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/19/23

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Very impressive and an eye opener for those who do not know our Wonder Woman Nasrin!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/07/23

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This film is jaw-dropping, heart-wrenching, and ultimately empowering in the most poignant and beautiful way. The story is woven together delicately in a way that truly shines a bright and needed light on the heroic vigilance of the under-represented women of Iran. Do NOT miss your chance to watch this film, it will grip your heart and sharpen your mind.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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Jeff Kaufman and Marcia Ross's work is amazing and truly admirable. NASRIN documentary portrays an honest picture of Nasrin Sotoudeh, a human rights lawyer whose humanity leads her on the courageous and heroic path of tirelessly fighting for the rights of those facing the death penalty- children, women- religious minorities, and artists and journalists. NASRIN documentary is deeply moving. N

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/18/23

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This is such a well-made documentary film about an amazing woman, Nasrin, Iran's Mandela! If you want to see a different portrait of Iran and its people's valiant struggle for freedom, then see this film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/02/23

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Brad Newsome

Sydney Morning Herald

This documentary, filmed clandestinely over several years, is utterly compelling as it captures Sotoudeh’s incredible courage and principle in risking everything.

Mar 25, 2022

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Robert Daniels

RogerEbert.com

In depicting one woman's fight for justice, Kaufman's indelible documentary becomes an empowering three-dimensional story of resistance and courage.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 15, 2021

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Danny Leigh

Financial Times

Sotoudeh's stoicism and humour - Olivia Colman voices her prison letters - only make the film harder to shake.

Rated: 4/5

May 26, 2021

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Carla Renata

The Curvy Film Critic

As a staunch suppporter of rights for women, journalists and children, Nasrin lit a fire within my spirit that woun't be extinguished anytime soon

Jun 17, 2021

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Gisela Savdie

Letra Urbana

Portrait of a smart woman fighting for human rights and democracy in Iran [Full review in Spanish]

Jun 15, 2021

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Jennie Kermode

Eye for Film

Uneven though it is, the film picks up the pace as it goes along and supports its arguments well -- but it is Nasrin herself, in all her complex humanity, who really makes an impression.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 29, 2021

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Synopsis

Filmmaker Jeff Kaufman presents an immersive portrait of human rights activist and political prisoner Nasrin Sotoudeh and the remarkably resilient Iranian women's rights movement.

Director: Jeff Kaufman
Producer: Jay Alix, Nina Ansary, Hadi Ghaemi, David Hoffman
Screenwriter: Jeff Kaufman
Production Co: Floating World Pictures
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: Persian
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 1, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 6, 2021
Runtime: 1h 32m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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