THE VOICE OF DUST AND ASH

The directorial debut of Iranian American filmmaker Mandana Biscotti, the film is a definitive exploration of Shajarian’s music, lyrics and songs- all of which coincide with Iran’s watershed moments.It features appearances by several Iranian notables in the Arts and Academia. The score is by three-time Academy Award® nominated composer J. Ralph, whose credits include Man on Wire, The Cove, Virunga, Racing Extinction, and Jim: The James Foley Story.

COMING SOON

The film will be available for a limited theatrical release November 17-24 in Los Angeles. Click here to purchase tickets.  Also, subscribe to our mailing list and stay updated on our world premiere, on November 17th. 

“The incredible untold story of monumental artist and humanitarian Maestro Mohammad Reza Shajarian, who NPR hailed as “one of the 50 greatest voices of all time.” When Iran’s ayatollah banned music and performances in the entire country, instruments and records became contraband, and being an artist resulted in exile, imprisonment, or execution. Mohammad Reza Shajarian risked everything to confront the regime, singing truth to power and uniting the country as his voice grew to a chorus of 80 million people strong. His life-long humanitarian efforts, pursuit of equality and freedom of speech are immortalized for generations to come, through his majestic, soaring vocals and lyrics. Directed by Mandana Biscotti, The film features the original song “DUST & ASH” – with music and Lyrics by J. Ralph and performed by Norah Jones and J. Ralph featuring Mojgan Shajarian, the film subject’s daughter.”