Question 1

What does the title 'Ballad of a White Cow' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The title refers to the Cow Surah, a chapter from the Quran. The white cow is a metaphor for an innocent person condemned to die.

Question 2

Which film festivals featured 'Ballad of a White Cow' in 2021?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Berlin International Film Festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, Stockholm International Film Festival, and Tribeca Film Festival.

Question 3

Who directed 'Ballad of a White Cow'?

Accepted Answer

The film was co-directed by Maryam Moghadam and Behtash Sanaeeha.

Question 4

What is the central conflict in 'Ballad of a White Cow'?

Accepted Answer

Mina's life is turned upside down when she learns that her husband was innocent of the crime for which he was executed, so she starts a silent battle against a cynical system for her own and her daughter's sake.

Question 5

What is Behtash Sanaeeha's connection to 'Ballad of a White Cow'?

Accepted Answer

Behtash Sanaeeha is a co-director and co-writer of the film, and it is his 2nd feature film.

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