Deyzangeroo (2018)

Deyzangeroo (2018) poster

Many cultures have viewed the lunar eclipse as a powerful reminder of the Day of Judgment. People chant prayers, sing songs and recite poetry, all in an effort to communicate with nature and the cosmic forces in the sky. They ask for forgiveness or understanding, as they yearn for what they fear is lost. “Deyzangeroo” is one such ritual, performed in the Iranian port city of Bushehr, on the shores of the Persian Gulf. The distinctive percussive music, rhythmic chants and tribal dances—an echo of the city’s colonial rule by the British and Portuguese, and the African slaves that followed—are performed with reverence, fear and magic. The ritual is believed to ward off evil spirits and take back the moon. And it works every time…

Director: Ehsan Gharib
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 4 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: Habib Meftah Boushehri
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

ritual, lunar eclipse, short film

More Films by Director: Ehsan Gharib
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deyzangeroo about?
Many cultures have viewed the lunar eclipse as a powerful reminder of the Day of Judgment. People chant prayers, sing songs and recite poetry, all in an effort to communicate with nature and the cosmic forces in the sky. They ask for forgiveness or understanding, as they yearn for what they fear is lost. “Deyzangeroo” is one such ritual, performed in the Iranian port city of Bushehr, on the shores of the Persian Gulf. The distinctive percussive music, rhythmic chants and tribal dances—an echo of the city’s colonial rule by the British and Portuguese, and the African slaves that followed—are performed with reverence, fear and magic. The ritual is believed to ward off evil spirits and take back the moon. And it works every time…
Who directed Deyzangeroo?
Deyzangeroo was directed by Ehsan Gharib.
Who stars in Deyzangeroo?
Deyzangeroo stars Habib Meftah Boushehri.
How long is Deyzangeroo?
Deyzangeroo has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).
What genre is Deyzangeroo?
Deyzangeroo is a Animation film.
Where was Deyzangeroo produced?
Deyzangeroo was produced in Canada.