Kinders
By Arash T. Riahi, Arman T. Riahi
2018 | 95 min | Documentary
A touching film about hidden potentials, creativity, integration, the power of music and the possible future of our society.
Arash T. Riahi
DirectorArash T. Riahi is an Austrian-Iranian director known for his work in both documentary and fiction films. Some of his notable works include "For a Moment, Freedom" (2008) and "Everyday Rebellion" (2013). Riahi has received several awards for his films, including the Human Rights Award at the Film Festival Max Ophüls Preis for "Everyday Rebellion."
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