The Stoning of Soraya M.

In a small Iranian village, Soraya M. is falsely accused of adultery by her husband, Ali, who wants a divorce to marry a younger woman. Lacking the means to provide a divorce settlement, Ali conspires with the village mullah to fabricate charges, leading to a brutal and unjust stoning. The story is told through the eyes of Soraya's aunt, Zahra, who witnesses the horrific events and tries to expose the truth to a visiting French journalist.

The Stoning of Soraya M. was met with significant critical acclaim for its powerful and unflinching portrayal of injustice. Critics praised its strong performances, particularly Shohreh Aghdashloo's, and its timely message about the oppression of women in certain parts of the world. While emotionally difficult to watch, the film was widely regarded as an important and impactful piece of cinema.

• A harrowing and important film that shines a light on the plight of women in oppressive societies.
• Features a standout performance from Shohreh Aghdashloo.
• Emotionally devastating but ultimately a powerful and necessary watch.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be deeply moving and impactful, often describing it as a 'must-see' for its important social message. While many acknowledged the difficult and graphic nature of the subject matter, they praised its honesty and the strength of the performances, with particular admiration for the lead actress.

Nominated for a Satellite Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama (Shohreh Aghdashloo).

The film is based on the true story of Soraya Manutchehri and was adapted from the book 'The Double Death of a Faithful Woman' by Freidoune Sahebjam.