Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life

Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life

A landmark silent documentary about the epic migration of Iran's Bakhtiari people. The screening includes a live contemporary score by Australian-Iranian duo ZÖJ

  20 Feb 2027
  Riverina Playhouse

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Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life

The Alphabet of Hope

Join us on 20 February 2027 for The Alphabet of Hope Documentary Festival, presented in partnership with the Castlemaine Documentary Festival. Enjoy a day of inspiring documentary storytelling exploring hope, resilience, education, family and the strength of women.

Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life (7.30pm-8.30pm) is a landmark silent documentary about the epic migration of Iran's Bakhtiari people. The screening includes a live contemporary score by Australian-Iranian duo ZÖJ.

ZÖJ is an experimental, cross-cultural music duo based in Victoria, known for their powerful blend of traditional Persian music, contemporary improvisation, and experimental art music.

Watch trailer: https://vimeo.com/123692805


The two other films in the film festival are:

  • We Are Not Powerless -  11am - 12:30pm
  • Writing Hawa  - 2pm - 3:30pm

You can purchase a Festival Pass here


Date & Time:

Saturday 20 February, 7:30pm

Foyers, box office and bar open one hour before the performance.


Duration:

60 minutes no interval


Ticket Prices:

This Film Session
Adult $40.00
Concession $30.00

Purchase entire film festival (3 films)
Adult $59.00
Concession $43.00


Venue:

Riverina Playhouse
8 Cross St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650


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