Enjoy the wonderful music and culture of Kurdistan! This award-winning film tells the story of estranged grandson and grandmother Jan and Zarife who bond during Zarife's cancer treatment. Upon Zarife's untimely death, Jan searches for the song ("Zer") that Zarife sang on her deathbed. Throughout his journey he discovers his grandmother’s lost village, its tales, and clues into his own identity.
3:00 PM: Reception
4:00 PM: Film Screening
English and Turkish (Film is in English, Kurdish, Turkish)
Director Kazim Öz and producers will be in attendance at this Toronto premiere screening.