GOOGOOSH - MADE OF FIRE! (OmU)

In the organizer's words:

Googoosh, Iran's most famous singer and actress, has been an icon and pioneer of Iranian pop culture for over 50 years. She made her first appearance at the age of two, and Googoosh was known from Tehran's famous Miami cabaret to the Royal Palace. An international career followed with performances all over the world and hits in Persian, French and English. With the Islamic revolution, everything changed in one fell swoop: a ban on performing, prison and house arrest. After 21 years of isolation, she managed to leave the country and make an unexpected comeback in exile. Her moving story made her a voice of resistance and a symbol of hope.

Niloufar Taghizadeh is a German-Iranian director and producer. She was born in Iran in the run-up to the Islamic Revolution and came to Germany at the age of 17. She studied directing and worked as the only woman in the ZDF studio in Tehran.

Press reviews:

"A movie that is emotionally political. A film that comes at the right time and whose 95 gripping minutes about the living grande dame of Iranian pop culture are absolutely worthwhile for many reasons." (epd-Film)

"A highly recommended documentary that draws attention to political events and whose courageous protagonist leaves an inspiring after-effect." (kino-zeit.de)

"The film tells the story of a woman who never gave up and dedicated her life to the fight against Iraq's authoritarian regime after enduring upsetting experiences." (programmkino.de)

"An unagitated film about the special career of an impressive personality." (Cinema)

In cooperation with the Zonta Club Wiesbaden.

In cooperation with Amnesty International Wiesbaden.

In cooperation with the frauen museum wiesbaden.

Sensor film of the month.