This event is in the past.It took place on May 18, 2026 at SVA Theatre.


Step into present-day Tehran through this intimate U.S. premiere following Layla, a young Baháʼí woman navigating love and identity amid religious discrimination. The evening closes with a Q&A with director Mary Darling and co-directors.
intimate foreign film
cultural exploration
Q&A with filmmakers
love story
Tips
🎬Q&A with director after screening
🌍rare look at everyday life in Tehran
Cast Aside the Clouds NYC Premiere
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Step into present-day Tehran through this intimate U.S. premiere following Layla, a young Baháʼí woman navigating love and identity amid religious discrimination. The evening closes with a Q&A with director Mary Darling and co-directors.
intimate foreign film
cultural exploration
Q&A with filmmakers
love story
Tips
🎬Q&A with director after screening
🌍rare look at everyday life in Tehran
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