Maryam, Siyavash’s young wife, is obedient to his patriarchal orders, but when she suddenly finds him in a life-and-death situation, she falters for the first time.
When we make an effort to look at life from different points of view, we are bound to find ways to tolerate, even accommodate each of them. But what happens when the view is extremely jarring?
This week, we put our openness to test with a complicated study of marital life in modern Iran. ‘Retouch’ presents a nuanced portrait of right and wrong, love and hate, grief and cruelty. The film has shocked audiences around the world, leaving them divided and thrilled. Watch ‘Retouch’ and tell us where you stand.
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Surbhi Dewan, Curator at ViewFinder, Saachibaat.com |
