Mashhad

Mashhad, overview, A documentary film about the holy city of Mashhad in the early 1970s, directed and narrated by the late Iranian poet Ahmad Shamloo. He highlights the contrasts between faith and modernity under the Shah during a period of rapid modernization in contrast to the deeply rooted religious traditions of the city. The film explores the social and cultural aspects of life in Mashhad, from the everyday hustle and bustle of the bazaar to the grand ceremonies held at the Imam Reza shrine. It delves into the struggles of the people living there, the tension between the conservative religious elements and the growing desire for modernization, providing an insightful view of a city in transition.