Iranian director Bahrololumi intends to make film on mathematician Mirzakhani
Iranian director Maryam Bahrololumi expressed a profound interest in creating a film centered around the life of renowned Iranian mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani.
Bahrololumi believes that one of the most enduring portrayals of women in Iranian cinema is exemplified by the film ‘Narges,’ crafted by the director Rakhshan Banietemad, IRNA wrote.
According to Bahrololumi, the longevity of a cinematic heroine depends on various factors, including the depth of character development and the director’s ability to capture the essence of that heroine.
“‘Narges,’ featuring the brilliant performance of Firouzeh Farjam, stands as a shining example of female characters in our cinema, not only leaving a lasting impression on me but also resonating with my generation. This film encompasses all these facets,” she noted.
Discussing the disparity between Iranian and international female heroes in cinema, Bahrololumi explained that numerous aspects contribute to this difference, but the most significant factor lies in the Iranian culture.
“Undoubtedly, Iranian culture encompasses a wide range of elements that can be explored individually. However, the intrinsic emotional value attributed to Iranian women within our culture, particularly as mothers and sisters, holds immense importance. This aspect of Iranian women holds great significance for me personally, and it is a characteristic I aspire to portray in my desired cinema,” she added.
Emphasizing her point, she added, “A heroine in cinema is not necessarily a victim of oppression. Rather, a female hero is a woman who can conquer the peaks of adversity and injustice, pursuing her goals for a better life and the tranquility of her family. She persistently strives towards achieving her aspirations and desires.”
Bahrololumi continued, stating, “A heroine pursues her goals and aspirations regardless of the circumstances. This definition aligns with the general understanding of a hero in cinema. When we aim to transform a woman into a hero in our films, she is undoubtedly not exempt from this universal definition. Such a hero, without succumbing to issues related to gender and discrimination, progresses along her path to achieve her objectives.”
Born in 1977, Mirzakhani grew up in Tehran. In 1994, Mirzakhani earned a gold medal at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), the first female Iranian student to do so.
In 2014, Mirzakhani became both the first woman and the first Iranian to be honored with the Fields Medal.