The Last Fiction
Saturday, July 16, 2022
6:30 PM
Studio Theatre, Meridian Arts Centre
5040 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 6R8
Based on classic Persian literature, The Shahnameh by Ferdowsi (The Book of Kings), the film follows upstart ruler Zahak’s treacherous rise to the thrown in Jamkard (ancient Persia) and naïve Afaridoun, the young hero who will save the kingdom and people from darkness.
Zahak, who makes a Faustian pact to control the throne, is now haunted by his evil deeds. His recent nightmares and now a told prophecy of how a young man he wronged in the past will rise up against him has him worried and unstable, jeopardizing everything. However, Afaridoun must first conquer his own inner demons before he can battle Zahak’s dark forces to be the hero of Jamkard, restore peace to the kingdom.
The Last Fiction is the first animated feature made entirely in Iran.
This event is sponsored by Valid Insurance Services
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Additional Notes:
- Recommended for children ages 13 and above
- Late seating allowed during the first 15 minutes
- Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the show
- No Photography
- No Videography
Saturday, July 16, 2022
6:30 PM
Studio Theatre, Meridian Arts Centre
5040 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 6R8