Pakistan Film Society to screen Iranian 'Children of Heaven' in Lahore, Islamabad

Movie, a tale of sibling bonds and poverty, will screen on April 12 with guided discussion for cinephiles

The Pakistan Film Society is set to host an intimate film screening of the acclaimed Iranian film Children of Heaven (1997) directed by Majid Majidi, in both Lahore and Islamabad on April 12.

 

 

 

 

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As part of its upcoming programme, the society will present the movie alongside a guided discussion, offering attendees the opportunity to exchange perspectives and connect with fellow cinephiles.

The movie follows the story of nine-year-old Ali, who loses the only pair of shoes belonging to his younger sister, Zahra, while running errands. Rather than telling their parents, the siblings devise a plan to share Ali’s trainers. Through the poignant narrative, Majidi explores themes of resilience, poverty, and the quiet strength of sibling bonds.

 

 

 

 

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Founded by two storytellers with a shared passion for cinema - known on Instagram as "noonmeeem", the Pakistan Film Society provides a space for film enthusiasts to watch, learn, and create together.

The community-driven platform is dedicated to bringing together filmmakers and audiences into the same space through weekly curated screenings, exclusive film nights, networking events, and hands-on-workshops. The society aims to foster collaboration, encouraging creatives to share their work, connect with audiences, and grow collectively.

With a mission to revive cinema culture, the organisers emphasise the importance of communal viewing experiences by bringing people together to engage with film in a meaningful and interactive way. The founders also run "The Siro Space", a cinema platform based in Frankfurt, Germany.