CLEAN : Iranian director Makhmalbaf talks film politics

The transcript discusses the impact of films on societal tolerance and future generations, reflecting on the Arab Spring and the need for more films on such topics. It draws inspiration from Iranian and Arab revolutions for storytelling. The speaker shares a personal story of attempted revolution and its outcomes, reflecting on violence, culture, and international relations. The discussion concludes with Iran's nuclear ambitions and the impact of sanctions.

What does the speaker believe films can influence?

• Technological advancements

• Weather patterns

• Tolerance and future generations

• The stock market

What historical events inspired the speaker's films?

• The French Revolution

• The Arab Spring and Iranian political movements

• The Industrial Revolution

• The American Civil War

What was the speaker's personal experience during the revolution?

• They successfully overthrew the government

• They attempted to confront the police

• They moved to another country

• They became a political leader

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for cultural improvement?

• More technological advancements

• Increased military power

• Cleansing cultural ideas from the past

• Building more monuments

What was the Iranian people's stance on nuclear weapons?

• They wanted to sell nuclear technology

• They opposed the creation of an atomic bomb

• They were indifferent to nuclear weapons

• They supported the creation of an atomic bomb