Shirin Ebadi: A Simple Lawyer

2004

Farsi

Directed by: Bani Khoshnoudi

(48 mins) This documentary profiles Iranian attorney Shirin Ebadi, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2003 for her efforts for democracy and human rights, in particular the struggle for the rights of women and children. SHIRIN EBADI - A SIMPLE LAWYER features an in-depth interview with Ebadi conducted in her Tehran office, speeches at numerous international conferences, and a visit to the children's center she founded.

In Farsi with English subtitles.