One of a Kind (Wakhri)

Iram Parveen Bilal / Pakistan

Screening

Betevé

21-11-2024 / 21:45 h.

Film Information

Year: 2023

Duration: 99

Language: VOSC

Genre: Drama

Synopsis

Going viral means that a piece of content, such as a video, an image, a post or an idea, is quickly shared and spread across the Internet and social media, reaching many people in a short period of time. One Of a Kind (Wakhri) (2023) tells the story of a widowed teacher from Lahore who goes viral overnight when her opinions, accidentally shared on social media, reach a wide audience. Her newfound fame as an opinion leader gives her a platform from which she can express herself both physically and digitally. This new belligerent position in a social world restrictive of women proves difficult to reconcile with raising her ten-year-old son.

Director

Iram is a Caltech graduate who is a screenwriter and filmmaker. She is known for telling socially impactful and provocative stories. She has been a significant voice in the Muslim community and global cinema, driving important changes in perceptions of gender equality. Iram founded QALAMBAAZ, Pakistan’s first professional screenwriting lab, and played a crucial role in establishing Pakistan’s Oscar committee. As a mentor, she supports women in the film and technology sectors. She is a board member of Film Fatales and has received multiple awards from Women in Film. Her work has been featured by media outlets such as the New York Times, NPR, and BBC.