The story of the Simurgh and the birds’ journey in search of a righteous king is a timeless allegory for the quest for freedom and self-discovery—themes that resonate deeply in the context of immigration. Simurgh, a short film inspired by Persian myth, is an embodiment of this exploration. The film aims to bridge the ancient and the modern, creating a narrative that speaks to contemporary audiences while drawing from the rich tapestry of Persian mythology.

Simurgh / Ebrahim Eskandari, Yazdan Zand - Photo: Ebrahim Eskandari, Yazdan Zand
Exhibit
Simurgh
Ebrahim Eskandari (IR), Yazdan Zand (IR)
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