“Revolt” praised at French filmfest
TEHRAN. (Iranart) – “Revolt” by Iranian director Kurosh Asgari won the France 3 Free Short Award at the Tous Courts Film Festival in Aix-en-Provence, France, the organizers announced on Saturday.
The award is presented by France Télévisions.
“Revolt” is about a boatwoman who makes a living by carrying passengers. She encounters a prostitute who sometimes travels with her. One day she enters into a conflict between the prostitute and her costumer to support her.
“My Love My Friend”, a production between Italy and France by Adriano Valerio received the Grand Prix.
The special jury award went to “The Extraordinary Day” by French director Joanna Lurie and “How Fernando Pessoa saved Portugal” by Eugene Green from France won the award for best screenplay.
Source: Tehran Times