Shayda

Name: Shayda
Director: Noora Niasari
Genre: 18
Released: 2023
Cast: Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Selina Zahednia, Leah Purcell, Jillian Nguyen, Osamah Sami

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Noora Niasari• Director Zar Amir Ebrahimi Selina Zahednia Leah Purcell Jillian Nguyen Osamah Sami Mojean Aria Rina Mousavi Lucinda Armstrong Hall Bev Killick Jack Bonser

Shayda, a young Iranian woman living in Australia, finds refuge in a women’s shelter with her 6-year-old daughter, Mona. Having fled her husband, Hossein, and filed for divorce, Shayda struggles to maintain normalcy for Mona. Buoyed by the approach of Nowruz, she tries to forge a fresh start with new and unfettered freedoms. But when a judge grants Hossein visitation rights, he reenters their life, stoking Shayda’s fear that he’ll attempt to take Mona back to Iran.

Who would love this

♥are likely individuals who appreciate character-driven dramas, films exploring themes of resilience and cultural identity, and stories that offer a powerful, personal perspective on overcoming adversity. Audiences who enjoy intimate filmmaking and authentic portrayals of complex human experiences would find much to admire.

Who might not

✗could be viewers seeking lighthearted entertainment or fast-paced action. The film's serious subject matter and deliberate pacing might not appeal to those who prefer more escapist cinema. Additionally, viewers who are sensitive to depictions of domestic abuse might find the film challenging.

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What critics are saying about Shayda

Shayda’s story may be centred on escaping abuse and fighting for custody of her child, but it’s also about friendship, music, dance, laughter and reclaiming freedom. There’s something elementally hopeful about the film. “I always wanted to find that balance in the story because … it’s life, there are ups and downs,” she says. A large part of the film is devoted to the character holding on to the rituals of Persian New Year, and finding a way to connect with her culture amid the upheaval.

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Noora Niasari’s personal involvement elevates Shayda above melodramatic Lifetime fare: this is a compellingly warm tribute to the Iranian director’s mother. Shayda, written, directed and co-produced by Noora Niasari. Screening on Kendall Square Cinema. Zar Amir Ebrahami and Selina Zahednia in Shayda. Shayda makes use of several common film tics, from the small square of the Academy ratio to the even more widespread use of footage of the real people that the movie transforms into characters.

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