Three Songs for Benazir is an incredibly intimate film about young love in the midst of ongoing turmoil in Afghanistan. Set for the most part in a refugee camp, the film conveys so much and is an essential watch for anyone who has any interest in Afghanistan. With the Taliban takeover last year, this film couldn't be more relevant.
Told through the perspective of Shaista, a young man (still a teenager),we understand what aspirations can be in the most challenging of circumstances:-- how it can break you, and that life, ultimately, is a struggle.
Elizabeth and Gulistan Mirzaei have created a beautiful poem and ode to the people of Afghanistan.
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Plot summary
The documentary film features Shaista and Benazir. The couple is newly married and lives in a camp for displaced people in Kabul. Shaista struggles to manage his ambitions of being the first from his tribe to join the Afghan National Army with the responsibilities of having a family. Even if Shaista's love for Benazir is evident, the decisions he must make to build a life with her have far-reaching implications.
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Most incredible short doc this Oscar season
MUST SEE
This short documentary film is an emotional rollercoaster packing a powerful love story and a quick glimpse into the disturbing reign of the Taliban into 22 minutes. In the time it takes to get a coffee at the Starbucks drive through you can feel the love, hope, pain, and despair of this young couple in Afghanistan.
A reminder that love is universal despite the political and cultural environment that surrounds you. It is a beautiful film full of truth and honor telling the story of a real Afghan couple that you won't see in the media.
It is a must-see for every American who feels disconnected because the media only highlights the war. A reminder that there are innocent citizens living their lives in Afghanistan, beautiful people who lead with their brave and courageous hearts.
I only hope that Benazir has found peace and comfort in her tumultuous life.
Beautiful Movie
A beautiful movie with a strong story from the depth of the Afghan Society. It amazingly showcases the struggle of a young Afghan boy who despite manny challenges never forgets to love his family and keep working for his dream. Now that Afghanistan lost his National Army it matters even more to remember all those youths who fought for their country for the last 20 years.
This film would be a great lesson for manny, must watch.