Outcry (Bidad)

BIDAD

Can we do another take? I can sing better.

No, it's great.

The artist has already made his recording.

All we need is a female harmony.

Just one more, I'm sure I can do better.

No, that was great. Listen.

Thank you for being The world is ours

I couldn't even hear my own voice.

It was drowned out by his.

My being there was pointless.

That's how it is.

There's nothing to be done.

You're a backup singer.

Backup singer, you're kidding?

It's hardly singing.

What does it matter anyway? If it's a man or a woman singing?

That's not up to me.

All I know is that a woman's voice can't be as loud as a man's.

That's the law.

Can't it be louder?

Louder? Aren't you listening?

I said it can only be in the background.

It can't stand out.

It must blend in.

The voice can't be identified as female.

Then why have one?

If you can't hear it anyway.

Stop with your questions.

Mirzai, it's lunchtime.

Your attitude is inappropriate.

I'm just doing my job following the law.

Stop with all your "why"'s.

I've tried everything, nothing works for me.

Be grateful for what you do have.

It could be taken away.

So what?

- I sent my demo. - It's our lunch and prayer time.

You don't like singing in a choir, is it my problem?

Is that my fault? Give me a break.

I don't like singing with so many people.

Who should I tell? You can't even hear my voice.

- Who cares? - I do, I want to sing alone.

- Is there any way? - It's not up to me.

If not the choir, try women only concerts.

You sound like you don't live here.

Go and complain to the lawmakers.

I don't want to be illegal. I've tried everything.

I've come here like a fool

to find a solution, you're just trying to get rid of me.

I did what you said but it's pointless.

I just want to work.

That's all I have.

Singing is my life.

What are you after?

Trying to change everything on your own?

Garbage night.

- Hi. - Good evening.

- Things OK? - No answer.

Bring me the garbage, I'm not coming back.

Fine.

Homi?

Homeyra?

Why didn't you open?

Mom?

You're in the shower?

Are you drinking again?

- You're pretending to shower? - Why did you come in?

You're drinking in the bathroom.

That's disgusting.

You took the other keys.

You left me no choice.

You promised me last night.

You swore on my life.

- You're stupid! - You said you'd stop!

You didn't last a day!

I said I'd stop but I didn't say when.

I'll have to drag you to bed again.

- You're so pathetic! - Stop pissing me off!

If I want to drink on the toilet,

who's gonna stop me?

Seti! Please don't, sweetie!

Seti!

Give it back! I don't have anymore!

Seti, I'm begging you, sweetheart!

- I promise... - Don't promise!

Let me go!

I'm going to die!

WOMEN ONLY CONCERT S. KHADEM

Hey, there's a line!

- Your ticket. - I'm here to see Ms Khadem backstage.

It's just a concert!

- Leave your phone. - Really?

- Your surname. - Kakavand.

No photos no video.

Go in.

What's going on? Why are they getting undressed?

There are only women here.

They'll start dancing soon.

Is this a wedding or what?

Where are the others? The audience is ready.

There's an inspection.

Why? There are only women here.

Who knows?

Open the door.

Mr Mohammadi! Park the van down here.

What's the van for?

An escape plan, if we need it.

You can go in.

It's nothing personal.

If they don't comply,

the show will be cancelled.

Keep me informed.

Did you hear him?

The following modifications must be made

if you want to go on stage:

First, the poem: "Tell me, my man"...

This has a sexual connotation. The word "man" must be changed.

What do you mean?

Find another word.

You can't just change a poem!

Just this one word.

"My chain".

"My pain", whatever you want.

It doesn't matter.

Then the makeup.

This lady has too much eyeliner.

These earrings have to go.

- What if I wear a shawl? - Show me.

These instructions are confidential.

Put on a brooch.

If you don't comply fully, there will be no show.

Do you accept whatever they say?

You too will get used to it. You'll toughen up.

Tell me, my pain

Speak to me of the nature of love

My rebel is back! What's up?

- What's up? - All good.

- Turaj is safe? - Lock it up.

Once they stole him with the lock, poor thing.

It's safe here. Why do girls give names to their things?

What's it to you?

I missed you too.

- Liar. - Harsh.

- How is it tonight? - Full.

All I want is to get my voice out. It's chocking me.

Let's go. I could have prepared a set for you.

Leave it. Nobody cares.

They're here to eat and laugh.

No one's watching this poor guy.

But it's fine by me. I just want to perform.

Underground, above ground, in the ground, whatever.

- Is there a mirror? - Over there.

I can't just sing on Instagram at home.

It's not enough.

I'm addicted to the stage.

Even if it's a karaoke while they're eating.

I know it's not glamorous to be dinner entertainment,

but it's better than nothing.

You see, they give you so little, you're happy with crumbs.

It's our right, they act like they're doing us a favor.

It may look small-time, but some big names got their start here.

People get spotted here.

And then they take off.

Cool haircut.

I like it.

You look hot.

But harsh.

Smokey eye-shadow, dark, brooding.

See.

Amy's Back to Black .

- Exactly. - Kaveh...

- Seti? - Nervous.

You've got this, don't worry!

I'm off. You enter back there.

Give yourself a hand.

Give it up for Aria.

Tonight, we have a surprise.

Join me in welcoming the great singer Seti.

Don't move!

Stop!

Stop!

Don't run!

Stop, I said!

Stop!

[Business closed as disciplinary action for non-compliance]

Still hungry?

You're gonna explode.

Ugly.

Come on.

Amazing.

Sorry.

Love it.

Hi.

How are you?

- Where are you? - You see?

- Everyone's tagged me. - Just asking.

- That's not what I meant. - I've gone viral.

You're being cautious.

Honey.