My Favourite Cake follows 70-year-old Mahin (Lily Farhadpour), who has been living alone in Tehran for decades since her husband died and her daughter left for Europe. One afternoon, tea with friends leads her to reassess her life and choices; she decides to break her solitary routine and revitalise her love life. On a chance outing, where she witnesses an encounter between a woman and the morality police and decides to intervene, she comes across a lonely taxi driver called Esmail (Esmail Mehrabi). A newfound determination and confidence propels her to approach him, and she invites him over to her house in a bid for connection. What follows is an unpredictable, unforgettable evening.
Welcome to BEAM Seniors!
A regular opportunity for cinema lovers aged 65 and over to watch great films every other Thursday.
Taking place every other Thursday at 11:30, these screenings are aimed at creating a welcoming space for those aged 65+ to enjoy films at a quiet time of day for £5.
At BEAM Seniors, you can come alone, join us with a friend or family member or spark up a conversation with a fellow audience member. It’s totally up to you.
*If you’re not a BEAM Senior, you are welcome to attend with someone aged 65+.
Certificate
12A
Running Time
97 minutes
Please note the advertised start time is when the film will start – this will last approximately 20 minutes.
Please Note
Contains upsetting scenes, moderate sex references
Additional Information
Year: 2024
Director: Maryam Moghadam, Behtash Sanaeeha
£5.80
