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In revolutionary Iran, a courageous teacher defies oppression by secretly instructing female students in banned Western literature.
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The autobiographical story of a fearless teacher who secretly gathers seven of her female students to read forbidden Western classics in revolutionary Iran.
"Reading Lolita in Tehran - In post-revolutionary Iran, a literature teacher defies political repression by secretly gathering her students to read banned books like Lolita and Pride and Prejudice. Reading Lolita in Tehran blends political tension and female empowerment, showing how literature becomes an act of resistance and transformation. With Eran Riklis’s sensitive direction and Golshifteh Farahani’s powerful performance, the film offers a moving reflection on courage and freedom in times of oppression."