AVA
Her saw doesn't just cut wood; it cuts through the laws of men
Breaking a centuries-old taboo, Ava stands as the first woman in Iran to master the male-dominated craft of carpentry. Within the grit and clamor of the workshop, she confronts a society that deems her presence forbidden. This observational documentary captures her daily battle against physical hardships and social judgment.
- Year: 1970
- Country: Iran
- Genre: Documentary
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- Keyword: middle east, feminism, patriarchy, female protagonist, iran, human rights, woodworking, women's rights, gender equality, resilience, observational documentary, women empowerment, women's voting rights, independent woman, craftsmanship, woman's story, documentary short, women's rights activist, woman, iranian women
- Director: Mohammad Hossein Bagherifard
- Cast: Ava Kiyani

