Soup.Film signs director Somayeh

Born in Iran, Somayeh's journey into filmmaking began with a passion for storytelling and a keen interest in visual arts. Her early experiences in Iran, a country with a rich cultural heritage, undeniably shaped her artistic sensibilities. Combining an eye for cinematic moments with an interest in emotive narratives, she seamlessly incorporates sound design into her work, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. Often, her personal history is intricately woven into her pieces, offering a raw yet poetic reflection of her own heritage and self-identity, resulting in an intimate yet surreal language on-screen.

The latest offering from Somayeh, the short film Skin of Water, explores the narrative of a three-member family. As the mother leaves her son, Ehsan, alone at home with his father, Amir, a tragic incident occurs. The film delves into Amir's turbulent journey through grief, guilt, and obsession as he confronts his role in his son Ehsan's tragic death. Notably, this twist of fate is never explicitly depicted in the film but cleverly concealed beneath the surface. 

Somayeh creates space for interpretation, allowing the audience to grapple with the unspoken tragedy. Through this subtle storytelling approach, Skin of Water encourages contemplation on the unsaid and profound, leaving a lasting emotional impact. Using abstract and symbolic imagery, the film unveils the haunting echoes of a father's memories.