Cyrus Nowrasteh

In this engaging discussion, filmmaker Cyrus Nowrasteh, known for his works like The Path to 9/11 and The Stoning of Soraya M., shares insights on his latest film, Sarah's Oil. He delves into the challenges of balancing fact and fiction in storytelling, especially with dark themes amidst a child-led narrative. Cyrus also reflects on the difficulties of marketing a period piece and the pressures of Hollywood's ideological landscape. With anecdotes about casting and unexpected audience reception, he highlights the evolving nature of filmmaking outside mainstream constraints.