A Moon for My Father

The documentary follows Mania Akbari as she collaborates with British sculptor Douglas White. Through a blend of cinema and sculpture, they delve into the processes of physical and psychological destruction and renewal. The film charts the evolution of their artistic and personal relationship, addressing complex themes such as family, death, and desire.

Akbari's journey includes her exploration of the connection between her body and Iran's political history. She investigates how her own physical traumas relate to the collective memory of her homeland. As she undergoes surgeries due to cancer, the film frames remembrance and reconstruction as critical processes in understanding how bodies can be traumatized and politicized.