The Witness

When retired dance teacher Tarlan witnesses a brutal murder in Iran, she confronts a chilling choice: yield to political pressure or risk her reputation—and her safety—to seek justice. The Witness unfolds as a transfixing exploration of oppression within Iranian society, where crimes linked to the regime are ruthlessly concealed by authorities who refuse to investigate. Through Tarlan’s journey, the film captures the profound struggle to uphold dignity and humanity under the shadow of a repressive regime.