Lost in a port town, a young man tries to find his way to a better place. A strong-spirited athlete is prohibited from leaving the country by her jealous husband. An Afghan refugee finds himself torn between keeping his fragile family together and taking care of his ill mother.

These are glimpses into the stories of men and women trying to find their way out; trying to escape.

This year, ÍRÁN:CI is going to be all about this: 24 handpicked films from some of the most inspiring filmmakers who explore the meaning of deliverance – each in their own way.

May you have a pleasant journey with them.