The Documentary Podcast The Fifth Floor: Inside an Iranian prison
Feb 1, 2025
Golnush Golshani, a BBC World Service editor and creator of the animated film 'Songs from Inside', shares insights on the experiences of women in Evin Prison. She discusses the harrowing conditions these women face post-Women, Life, Freedom protests, highlighting their struggles and resilience. The conversation dives into the emotional stories captured in animation, revealing acts of defiance, solidarity, and the urgent need for awareness surrounding human rights abuses in Iran. Golshani's work brings their voices to light, showcasing their fight for basic rights.
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Nassim's Story
- Nassim, a hairdresser, used rap music to cope with solitary confinement and interrogation in Evin Prison.
- Sentenced to six years in prison and 20 years in exile, she found relief that it wasn't the death penalty.
Rezvana's Unexpected Pregnancy
- Rezvana, a repeat prisoner and human rights activist, unexpectedly conceived a child with her husband during a private visit in Evin Prison.
- This surprising event changes her experience of imprisonment.
Vida's Art in Prison
- Vida, a journalist and painter, uses prison bedsheets as canvases, painting a staircase into a blue ocean and portraits of inmates on death row.
- Authorities censor her work if they perceive any hidden political meanings.