Iran’s Rebel Poet: Why Forugh Farrokhzad Still Matters Today | Feminist Poet, Filmmaker (1934–1967)

Описание: Forugh Farrokhzad (1934–1967) was not only a legendary Iranian poet and filmmaker, but a fearless feminist voice whose art continues to inspire generations. In this video, we honor her bold life, explore her poetic legacy, and reflect on the personal struggles she turned into powerful verses. From her groundbreaking poetry books (The Captive, Another Birth) to her revolutionary short film The House is Black, Forugh remains a symbol of artistic resistance, emotional honesty, and cultural transformation in Iranian history.

What you’ll learn in this video:
– A detailed appreciation of Forugh Farrokhzad’s life and art
– Her role in the Iranian New Wave and feminist literature
– The importance of her unpublished letters and their emotional insights
– Why her poetry was banned and later celebrated
– Her deep impact on Iranian society and global feminist discourse

“It is only through love and poetry that one can become truly human.” – Forugh Farrokhzad

References & Credits:
– Wikipedia: Forugh Farrokhzad
– Forugh Farrokhzad: A Literary Biography with Unpublished Letters by Farzaneh Milani
– The Mirror of the Soul, The Green Cold, and Summit of the Wave documentaries by Nasser Saffarian
– Poetry collections: The Captive (1955), Wall (1956), Rebellion (1958), Another Birth (1964)
– Archival and biographical content belong to respective owners. This is an educational, non-commercial tribute.

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