Patients at a psychiatric centre in Tehran participate in a marriage initiative that challenges societal prejudices surrounding mental health.
At a psychiatric centre in Tehran, patients participate in a marriage initiative designed to challenge societal norms. The project allows individuals to form romantic connections, despite the stigma surrounding mental health in a conservative environment. As men and women seek companionship, the film documents their evolving relationships and the pressures they face from traditional expectations. Directed by Atieh Attarzadeh, The Marriage Project runs for 80 minutes and addresses love in a context often marked by prejudice.
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