A New Film on Maestro Mohammad Reza Shajarian Shines Light on Iran’s Most Beloved Voices

A new documentary is hitting theaters that profiles one of Iran (and the world’s) most honored classical artist, humanitarian and advocate of freedom, Maestro Mohammad Reza Shajarian. The film, which centers around Shajarian who devoted entire life to singing truth to power, comes at a fitting time following the protests currently sweeping Iran after the death of Mahsa Amini, who was arrested for improperly wearing a hijab and died in police custody on Sept. 16. In the aftermath of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, the ayatollah banned music and performances (and forced the wearing of hijabs), except for one voice —… Read Full Article