Hannah, an Iranian student in Australia, undertakes the ambitious task of crafting a screenplay for her academic thesis, weaving poetic fragments from the works of renowned writer and political activist Houshang Golshiri. Revered for his lifelong commitment to literature and freedom of expression, Golshiri's legacy resonates deeply with Hannah as she explores the interplay between art and resistance. As she prepares to present her final draft, a transformative uprising unfolds in Iran-an unprecedented movement championing women, life, and freedom. Despite her advisor's insistence on excluding contemporary political issues to focus solely on her thesis, Hannah is drawn into the fervor of the Mahsa Revolution. Risking personal safety and the well-being of her family back home, she defies convention, embedding the spirit of the revolution into her screenplay. While Golshiri's intellectual and somber reflections on freedom reflect the struggles of his era, the current movement carries a defiant optimism-one of hope, resilience, and the liberating power of joy and dance.
—Azita Damandan