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Documentary “Homa” to Premiere at Melbourne Film Festival

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A look into the motivational life of Homa Homavandi at a rehab facility.

Gelareh Abbasi's documentary "Homa" entered the 8th Melborne Film Festival's international section, showcasing Homa Homavandi's life story in a de-addiction camp, overcoming restrictions and obstacles.

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“Homa” by Gelareh Abbasi succeeded in entering the international section of the 8th Melborne Film Festival.
“Homa” is the title of the documentary directed by Gelareh Abbasi produced by Dorsay Shafie, and released by Raft Films Company which entered Melborne Documentary Film Festival in its first international attendance.
Melborne Documentary Film Festival is a leading event occuring in July just before Melborne International Film Festival. Melborne Documentary Film Festival is the most tremendous independant Documentary Festival in Australia.
Supported by film-producers, this festival makes a contribution to Australian and international documentary performances.
“Homa” documentary is about Homa Homavandi’s life story; she is a confident woman working in de-addiction camp tackling numerous restrictions and problems in her life; however, this doesn’t become an obstacle preventing her from social activities and presence.

 

“Homa” Selected for The International Festival For Human Rights Films–Karama Tunisia

Raft Films is proud to announce that the documentary “Homa,” directed by Gelareh Abbasi, has been officially selected for The International Festival For Human Rights Films–Karama Tunisia. This festival, organized by the ACTIF Association, will showcase films focused on human rights issues from around the world from November 27 to 30, 2024. The selection of “Homa” aligns with this year’s festival theme: “Woman, Peace, and Mobility”, further highlighting the documentary’s powerful narrative centered on women’s strength and perseverance.

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Gelareh Abbasi Wins Best Director Award at World Film Festival in Cannes

Raft Films proudly announces that Gelareh Abbasi’s documentary “Homa” has won the Best Director Documentary Short award at the World Film Festival in Cannes. The film, which tells the inspiring story of a blind addiction counselor and her adventurous marriage, has already garnered international acclaim. This recognition underscores “Homa’s” impact on addressing critical social issues and its contribution to fostering a more empathetic society.

“Homa” Documentary Honored at American Film Festival

The documentary “Homa,” directed by Gelareh Abbasi, has been awarded the jury’s special prize at the Accolade Global Film Competition. This recognition marks the film’s fourth international appearance, cementing its status as the best documentary in this prestigious American festival’s twentieth edition

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Documentary “Homa” Wins Honorable Mention at FICFUSA Film Festival

The Fusagasuga International Film Festival (FICFUSA) has awarded an honorable mention to the documentary “Homa” directed by Iranian actress Gelareh Abbasi. The film follows Homa, a visually impaired woman, as she becomes a counselor in an addiction treatment center. Abbasi’s film showcases her versatility in theater, film, and TV, and her dedication to inclusivity for the blind and visually impaired community.

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