Black (16 mm, B/W and color, 11 minutes 7 seconds, 2012-2013)

"Black" is made using 16mm found footage imagery. The movie reflects my observations of the political and cultural turmoil after the 1979 revolution in Iran along with my experiences of everyday life abroad.

Through a visual metaphor, the film offers a glimpse into the complex social, religious and political realities that influenced the nation.

The entire film employs direct animation on found film footage to explore the inner sentiments of a young woman caught in the midst of social and political change. The direct scratches and lines on the film strip along with the cinematic sequences reinforce the film's message of bewilderment surrounding the progression of events during that time.