Open Space invites you to the screening of 3 Iranian films on March 7, 8 & 9 at Open Space. The series will be presented by Gayatri Chatterjee, film scholar and author.

Children of Heaven (dir: Majid Majidi), the film follows the relationship between an impoverished brother and sister, Ali and Zahra, who are thrust into a difficult circumstance all revolving around a pair of sneakers. What makes the film unique is the way the children choose to solve their problem without telling their parents. What follows is a tender, moving tale of compassion, determination, and deep family love.
Open Space, Monday, March 7, 5.30pm

Colour of Paradise (dir: Majid Majidi), is a fable of a child's innocence and complex look at faith and humanity. Visually magnificent and wrenchingly moving, the film tells the story of a boy whose inability to see the world only enhances his ability to feel its powerful forces.
Open Space, Tuesday, March 8, 5.30pm

Taste of Cherry (dir: Abbas Kiarostami) the film emerges as a sort of spiritual road movie through the story of somber yet intense Mr. Badii and his journey through Tehran. The pace of the film unfurls in a series of encounters and dialogues that form its core, revealing the character not only of Badii, but also of Iranians and humans in general.
Open Space, Wednesday, March 9, 5.30pm

Screenings will be followed by discussions. Entry free.

KHOJ
KHOJ (coordinated by Open Space & Aalochana) an informal meeting to discuss issues related to identity, gender, sexuality, aspiration and relationships meets on March 10 & 17 at Open Space. There will be a screening of Shyam Benegal’s feature film Bhumika on March 17 at 5.00pm.
Open Space, Thursday, March 10, March 17, 5.00pm

YOUTH & SEXUALITY
As part of the ongoing sessions on youth and issues of gender and sexuality, Bindumadhav Khire, who manages the Samapathik Trust will make a presentation titled "Power Equations in Relationships", which will look at power dynamics in relationships.
Open Space, Thursday, March 24, 5.00pm

RIGHT TO INFORMATION
The Right to Information Act empowers citizens to demand accountability from those who have been assigned to govern on behalf of the people. Under the Maharashtra Right to Information Act, 2002, any citizen can demand information from state government departments and public bodies including the Municipal Corporation. Yet, many citizens are still not aware of the modalities of requisitioning information.

Walk in at Open Space on March 5th between 4.00 and 6.00pm to receive individual counselling and guidance on the use of the MRTI Act from experts. The session will be coordinated by Prakash Kardaley, Senior Editor, Express Initiatives, The Indian Express.
Open Space, Saturday, March 5, 4.00pm