About the Film:
Hamed Tehrani | 2019 | Iran | Fiction | 90 minutes | Farsi with English subtitles
KEYWORDS: Trauma, Family, Loss, Grief, Gender
Diapason follows Rana, a strong and independent middle-aged woman who holds a senior position at a major bank. After being abandoned by her husband while pregnant, she has raised her daughter Hoda on her own, devoting her entire life to her.
When Hoda’s birthday celebration at an amusement park ends in tragedy, Rana’s world collapses. As she struggles with unbearable grief, she must also navigate the cruel absurdities of a legal and cultural system that denies her justice and compassion.
With haunting performances and sensitive direction, Diapason is a searing portrait of motherhood, gender, and emotional survival, exploring how love persists in the face of systemic oppression.
About the Director:
Hamed Tehrani is an Iranian filmmaker known for his emotionally charged storytelling and commitment to social realism. His debut feature Diapason received widespread acclaim at international festivals for its nuanced exploration of gender, trauma, and the human spirit.
Date & Time:
Sunday, November 2, 2025
📍 CAMH Auditorium | 1025 Queen Street West, Toronto
🍷 Reception: 3:30 PM (Art, Snacks & Refreshments — $20 per person)
🎞 Box Office Opens: 4 PM
🎥 Film Screening: 5 PM
📞 For reception tickets, please call (416) 388-9314 (English and Farsi)
Tickets:
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💰 Reception Admission: $20 per person (includes art, snacks, and refreshments)
Accessibility:
The CAMH Auditorium is fully accessible with seating and assistive listening support available.
Co-Presented By:
Intercultural Iranian Canadian Resource Centre
