In a remote corner of Iran, a woman’s determination is challenging long-held customs. Sara Shahverdi, a midwife with years of experience, has become the first female councillor in her deeply conservative region. Her journey, however, is marked by constant resistance.
Shahverdi has long defied expectations. She rides a motorcycle, lives independently, and secured a divorce—actions rarely permitted for women in her community. Now, as an elected official, she is pushing for reforms in a place where patriarchal traditions run deep. Young girls are often married off early, and legal protections for women remain scarce.
Her election brought a wave of optimism, but the celebrations revealed lingering inequality: while men danced openly in the streets, women watched from behind barred windows. As Shahverdi works to improve conditions, she faces hostility and false accusations, even ending up in court. Despite the setbacks, her resolve remains unbroken.
This powerful documentary captures her tireless efforts and the emotional toll of fighting systemic oppression. It is a compelling look at one woman’s struggle for change in the face of unyielding tradition.
