Shayda: A Mother's Fight for Freedom
Update: 2025-07-14
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The provided sources discuss Shayda, a 2023 Australian drama film directed by Noora Niasari. The movie centers on Shayda, an Iranian mother, portrayed by Zar Amir Ebrahimi, who seeks refuge in an Australian women's shelter with her six-year-old daughter, Mona, after escaping an abusive husband. The narrative explores her struggle for freedom and a new life, particularly during Nowruz, the Persian New Year. A judge's decision to grant unsupervised visitation rights to the father creates new dangers for Shayda and Mona. The film is noted for its sensitive portrayal of domestic violence and its exploration of a woman's resistance against a patriarchal system, blending personal experience with social commentary.
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