MY FAVOURITE CAKE
Director: Behtash Sanaeeha, Maryam Moghaddam
Year: 2024
Rating: M
Run time: 82 mins
Country: Germany, Iran, France, Sweden
Genre: Feel good, Drama
Language: Farsi with English subtitles
Heartfelt, humorous and boldly political, this double Berlinale-winning late-life romance is sure to capture your heart.
Doors open 1.30pm for a 2pm start.
At 70, Mahin lives alone in Tehran after her husband’s death and her daughter’s move to Europe. Her solitary routine shifts dramatically following a lively afternoon tea with friends. This gathering rekindles her interest in romance, setting off an unexpected and unforgettable evening where Mahin embraces new possibilities. As she experiences a whirlwind of emotions that revitalise her spirit, Mahin realises that it’s never too late to discover joy and love.
Screening with short film NIM AND THE BUTTERFLY (2024 | 14m | Sarah Hope | Australia | UC15+).
A child dreams of a life of beauty and glamour but comes to find belonging, a strong sense of identity, and love.
Director: Behtash Sanaeeha, Maryam Moghaddam
Starring: Lili Farhadpour, Esmaeel Mehrabi
Subtitled screening, Wheelchair access