French Sales Company Lucky Number Boards Afghan Director Shahrbanoo Sadat's 'No Good Men' Ahead of Berlinale Opening Slot
Afghan filmmaker Shahrbanoo Sadat is set to make waves at the upcoming Berlin International Film Festival with her highly anticipated opening film, "No Good Men". Boarded by French sales company Lucky Number, the project has been generating buzz for its unique blend of comedy, romance, and political urgency.
Shot entirely outside of Afghanistan, in Germany, the film tells the story of Naru, an independent woman living in Kabul during the 'democracy' era, as she navigates a patriarchal society stacked against her. With "No Good Men," Sadat continues her strong track record on the international festival circuit, where she has quickly established herself as one of the most singular voices to emerge from Afghan cinema in recent years.
The film is inspired by the autobiographical writings of author and actor Anwar Hashimi, who stars alongside Sadat. It marks the third installment in a planned five-film cycle, with "No Good Men" serving as a poignant commentary on the deepest and most enduring problem of Afghan society: patriarchy. According to Sadat, the film seeks to challenge simplified narratives often applied to Afghanistan's recent history, instead highlighting the complexities of a society torn between traditional social mindsets and those who resist.
As the only camerawoman at Afghanistan's main television station, Naru is forced to confront her assumptions about men when she meets Qodrat, a journalist who offers her a career opportunity. The film follows their tentative romance as they crisscross the city covering what will become Afghanistan's final days of freedom, exploring the fragile pockets of freedom that women carve out for themselves within a patriarchal society.
Lucky Number has described "No Good Men" as "audacious and groundbreaking in countless ways," praising Sadat's resilience in bringing the project to completion against all odds. With distributors already on board in several key territories, including Denmark, Norway, France, and Germany, "No Good Men" is poised to make a significant impact at this year's Berlinale.
The film's risks are evident, particularly with the first onscreen kiss ever depicted in an Afghan feature, but Sadat insists that the project addresses what she believes is the deepest and most enduring problem of Afghan society: patriarchy. As Lucky Number prepares for its launch, "No Good Men" promises to be a thought-provoking and powerful addition to the Berlinale lineup, one that will undoubtedly spark important conversations about women's rights and freedom in Afghanistan.
Afghan filmmaker Shahrbanoo Sadat is set to make waves at the upcoming Berlin International Film Festival with her highly anticipated opening film, "No Good Men". Boarded by French sales company Lucky Number, the project has been generating buzz for its unique blend of comedy, romance, and political urgency.
Shot entirely outside of Afghanistan, in Germany, the film tells the story of Naru, an independent woman living in Kabul during the 'democracy' era, as she navigates a patriarchal society stacked against her. With "No Good Men," Sadat continues her strong track record on the international festival circuit, where she has quickly established herself as one of the most singular voices to emerge from Afghan cinema in recent years.
The film is inspired by the autobiographical writings of author and actor Anwar Hashimi, who stars alongside Sadat. It marks the third installment in a planned five-film cycle, with "No Good Men" serving as a poignant commentary on the deepest and most enduring problem of Afghan society: patriarchy. According to Sadat, the film seeks to challenge simplified narratives often applied to Afghanistan's recent history, instead highlighting the complexities of a society torn between traditional social mindsets and those who resist.
As the only camerawoman at Afghanistan's main television station, Naru is forced to confront her assumptions about men when she meets Qodrat, a journalist who offers her a career opportunity. The film follows their tentative romance as they crisscross the city covering what will become Afghanistan's final days of freedom, exploring the fragile pockets of freedom that women carve out for themselves within a patriarchal society.
Lucky Number has described "No Good Men" as "audacious and groundbreaking in countless ways," praising Sadat's resilience in bringing the project to completion against all odds. With distributors already on board in several key territories, including Denmark, Norway, France, and Germany, "No Good Men" is poised to make a significant impact at this year's Berlinale.
The film's risks are evident, particularly with the first onscreen kiss ever depicted in an Afghan feature, but Sadat insists that the project addresses what she believes is the deepest and most enduring problem of Afghan society: patriarchy. As Lucky Number prepares for its launch, "No Good Men" promises to be a thought-provoking and powerful addition to the Berlinale lineup, one that will undoubtedly spark important conversations about women's rights and freedom in Afghanistan.
it's like she's gonna blow the lid off patriarchy in afghanistan once again! i love how she's not afraid to tackle the tough stuff and make us think about our assumptions. the fact that she's doing this on her own terms is super inspiring, you know? lucky number boarding her project is a testament to her talent and perseverance 
and it's awesome to see distributors from different countries already on board 
can't wait for the berlinale opening slot to hit and see what all the fuss is about!
just read about this film 'no good men' and i'm intrigued how it tackles patriarchy in afghan society like its not an easy feat but shahrbanoo sadat seems like a talented filmmaker already making waves on the international circuit can't wait to see this at berlinale
I'm really hyped about this new film "No Good Men" by Shahrbanoo Sadat! It sounds like it's going to be a total game-changer for Afghan cinema 
It's always amazing to see filmmakers pushing boundaries and challenging our perspectives. And I'm so here for a strong female lead character who isn't afraid to speak her mind 
. Can't wait to watch this one at the Berlinale and see what all the fuss is about 
... anyway, i think its so cool that shahrbanoo sadat is pushing boundaries with "no good men". the fact that she's tackling patriarchy head-on in afghan cinema is like, super brave. and anwar hashimi as her co-star is a great touch. the film's message is really important and ill be definitely keeping an eye out for it at berlinale 
It's been driving me crazy lately with all these ads popping up everywhere! I'm trying to read about this amazing film from Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat and suddenly I'm hit with a million banner ads. Can't they just let us focus on the content for once? 
at Berlinale, but what really caught my attention is the whole "Lucky Number" thing... have you noticed how they're just suddenly connected to this Afghan director? 
Like, who are these people and how did they get involved in Shahrbanoo Sadat's project? 
I'm not saying it's a conspiracy or anything (although, let's be real, there's always something shady going on), but I do think it's interesting that Lucky Number is touting "No Good Men" as some kind of groundbreaking masterpiece. Is this just a marketing ploy to get their name out there? 
it's like, totally refreshing to see a woman leading the charge against patriarchy on screen. I mean, can you imagine watching an Afghan film that doesn't sugarcoat the harsh realities of life under Taliban rule? The fact that she's using her platform to tell this story is, in itself, a huge win 
. And let's be real, the fact that it's getting major buzz at Berlinale is a testament to how much we need more stories like this now 
. I'm definitely adding 'No Good Men' to my watchlist ASAP and can't wait to see Anwar Hashimi shine alongside Sadat 
the way she tackles patriarchy in afghan society is SO needed and i love how she's not afraid to take risks, like that first onscreen kiss ever 
lucky number boards this film and i'm all about it 
can't wait to see "no good men" on the big screen 
they're so good! I had them at this restaurant last weekend and it reminded me of a trip I took to Berlin a few years ago... the street performers were amazing, especially the ones doing acrobatics 
. Speaking of which, have you tried those new German beers that are all the rage? My friend said they're really good but I'm not sure if I can handle them 
. Anyway, back to "No Good Men" - I love how the director is taking on tough topics like patriarchy in Afghan society... it's so inspiring to see people using their platform for change 
It's always refreshing to see women telling their own stories and sharing them with the world. Can't wait to see how this one shakes things up at Berlinale 
. This filmmaker, Shahrbanoo Sadat, she's gettin' all this attention for her movie "No Good Men" and it's all about how she's breakin' free from patriarchal societies... sounds like a bunch of hooey to me 
. And don't even get me started on them on-screen kisses... just another way to normalize weird stuff