The film explores the harsh realities of Tehran’s underground music scene.
Swiss filmmaker Susanne Regina Mueres gives new meaning to the word underground with Raving Iran. Set in Tehran the documentary follows the chaotic lives of two DJs Anoosh and Arash, exposing their daily strife against the serious dangers of persecution at the heart of the city’s underground techno scene.
The film’s synopsis reads: “Back in Tehran they try their luck selling their illegally printed album without permission. When Anoosh is arrested, there seems to be no hope left, but then they receive a phone call from the biggest techno festival in the world. Once landed in Switzerland, the haze of the instant euphoria evaporates quickly when the seriousness of the situation starts to dawn on them.”
While no dates have been confirmed for cinemas screenings, it is currently being toured at a number of film festivals. See dates below.
April 15-24 – Vision du Reel, Nyon
April 28 – May 8 – Hot Docs, Toronto
May 5-15 – DOK.fest, Munich
May 12-18 – Bel Docs, Belgrade
May 26-June 1 – Iranian Film Festival, Zurich
Listen below to Kasra V’s 100% Iran mix as party of his Tehran City Guide.
Source: Fact
