Colonel Soraya
| Colonel Soraya | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Directed by | Leili Aaj |
| Written by | Leili Aaj |
| Produced by | Jalil Shabani |
| Starring | Zhaleh Sameti |
| Music by | Behzad Abdi |
Production company | |
Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | Iran |
| Language | Persian |
Colonel Soraya (Persian: سرهنگ ثریا) is a 2023 Iranian drama film directed and written by Leili Aaj. it is staring by Zhaleh Sameti. it was premiered in 41st Fajr International Film Festival in Iran.[1] the film is written based on a true story and it portrays mothers longing for their children being held captive in Iraq at Camp Ashraf, the base of the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran.[2] in 41st Fajr International Film Festival, Zhaleh Sameti was nominated for Best Leading Actress,[3] also Leili Aaj won a Crystal Simorgh of Goharshad a Special Award of Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance and a Diploma of Honor in "First Film Director" section.[4]
Awards and nominations[edit]
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fajr International Film Festival | February 2023 | Best Film Score | Behzad Abdi | Nominated | [3] |
| Fajr International Film Festival | February 2023 | Best Leading Actress | Zhaleh Sameti | Nominated | [3] |
| Fajr International Film Festival | February 2023 | Diploma of Honor - First Film Director | Leili Aaj | Won | [4] |
| Fajr International Film Festival | February 2023 | Crystal Simorgh of Goharshad - Special Award of Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance | Leili Aaj | Won | [4] |
References[edit]
- ^ "Expectant Mothers Are Main Idea of "Colonel Soraya"". Fajr International Film Festival. February 4, 2023.
- ^ "Director says "Colonel Sorayya" warns audiences not to fall for MKO charm offensive". Tehran Times. February 5, 2023. Archived from the original on April 23, 2023. Retrieved 23 April 2023.
- ^ a b c "41st Fajr International Film Festival announces nominations". Mehr News Agency. Feb 11, 2023.
- ^ a b c "Winners of 41st FIFF national section announced". Mehr News Agency. Feb 12, 2023. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
External links[edit]
- Colonel Soraya on SourehCinema (in Persian)
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