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202432 minPGdocumentary

family-dynamics art-history life-stories

Finding My Father

202432 minPGdocumentary

An artist creates an ambitious installation inspired by his father's childhood memories in Iran, leading to unexpected challenges in their relationship.

family-dynamics art-history life-stories

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Finding My Father

2024• 32 minPG

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An artist creates an ambitious installation inspired by his father's childhood memories in Iran, leading to unexpected challenges in their relationship.

Synopsis

An artist inspired by his father’s childhood memories in Iran creates an ambitious installation aimed at fostering a deeper connection with him. As the project unfolds, unexpected reactions from the audience lead to complex discussions between father and son, challenging their relationship and perceptions of identity. Created by Maziar Ghaderi, this video essay explores themes of family, memory, and the impact of art on personal connections.

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