Leave to Remain

Set against the backdrop of political turmoil in Iran following Ayatollah Khomeini's rise to power, Leave to Remain follows Shahin Mohamedi, an Iranian student living in London. She faces the threat of repatriation due to government interference in her family's financial support. The film portrays the challenges of her situation as she navigates the complexities of immigration and personal relationships.

Shahin's plight leads her to consider a paper marriage with Jimmy Johnstone, an English man looking to profit from her desperate circumstances. This arrangement complicates her feelings, as her heart remains with her fiancé back in Iran. The film's narrative is a poignant reflection on love, sacrifice, and the quest for belonging amidst political chaos.