Overview

• Iranian filmmakers Behtash Sanaeeha and Maryam Moghadam face a travel ban, preventing them from attending the Berlinale premiere of their film 'My Favourite Cake'.
• The film, shot during the Woman Life Freedom protests, depicts Iranian women without headscarves and addresses themes of loneliness and freedom, challenging Iran's strict censorship.
• The directors dedicated the premiere to Iranian women leading the protests, aiming to depict the reality of their lives beyond the restrictions of mandatory hijab laws.
• Facing potential legal consequences for their work, the filmmakers express hope that their film will eventually be shown in Iran, symbolizing a new era for Iranian cinema.
• 'My Favourite Cake' explores the life of a lonely widow seeking companionship, reflecting broader themes of isolation and the pursuit of happiness.