Where to watch Shahid (2024)

Name: Shahid
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2024-08-01
Duration: 1 h 24 min
Cast: Baharak Abdolifard, Nima Nazarinia, Thomas Sprekelsen, Lilli Pongratz, Saleh Rozati

Movie
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1h 24m

Genre: Comedy
Director: Narges Kalhor
Release: 1 Aug 2024

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Story

Filmmaker Narges Kalhor embarks on an unusual journey to change her name, navigating the complexities of German administrative systems while grappling with her family's history. What begins as a personal administrative task evolves into a deeper exploration of identity, heritage, and the weight of symbolic meanings attached to our names. The film blends personal documentary elements with comedic moments as Kalhor confronts bureaucratic obstacles and family dynamics.

Why watch

A comedy that explores identity and cultural heritage through a filmmaker's personal story
Directed by Narges Kalhor, offering an intimate perspective on her own life and experiences
A unique documentary-comedy hybrid that examines family legacy and German bureaucracy

Good for: Those interested in indie cinema and personal stories exploring identity, though the certificate status is unknown so parental discretion is advised.