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Iranian Film Flips Gender Dress Code
10 Aug
Summary
- Satirical film requires male actors to wear skirts and headscarves.
- Film explores gender, power, and social taboos in Iran.
- Director aims to make male colleagues reflect on women's struggles.
Ghasideh Golmakani's new film, 'Head to Head' (Sar beh Sar), is set to premiere at TIFF, with DreamLab Films handling international sales. The production, a co-production between Iran and Germany, boldly challenges traditional gender roles by depicting a film production where male actors must wear skirts and headscarves, mirroring the strict dress codes for women in Iran.
Golmakani, who holds a PhD on Iranian women filmmakers, stated the film is a reflection of her years observing the difficulties women encounter in Iranian cinema. It serves as an invitation for male colleagues to consider the endurance required by women in the industry. The narrative follows the struggles of male actors as they navigate the heat, restrictions, and wounded pride, leading to growing resistance against the director's vision.
The film features actors Mehrnoosh Satari, Saeed Naderi, and Ebrahim Azizi. Golmakani also took on writing and producing duties, supported by associate producer David M. Lorenz and executive producer Saba M. Rezaei. The technical crew includes Amin Jafari for cinematography and Alireza Alavian for sound design.
