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Duchenne

Synopsis
Doushan tells the story of Amir, a young boy diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Living with the disease since the age of five, Amir is cared for by his devoted mother. Despite his severe physical limitations and constant pain, Amir approaches life with courage and emotional strength. Alongside the daily challenges of his condition, he experiences the universal struggles of growing up—including falling in love for the first time. His journey is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the need for love, connection, and dignity.

  • Seyed Saeed Safari
    Director
  • Seyed Saeed Safari
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Experimental, Short
  • Runtime:
    29 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 1, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    1,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Iran
  • Country of Filming:
    Iran
  • Language:
    Persian
  • Shooting Format:
    دیجیتال
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Tehran
Director Biography - Seyed Saeed Safari

Seyed Saeed Safari (born May 3, 2000, in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian writer, poet, playwright, and documentary filmmaker. He is the author of the book "The Season of Ugliness" and the poetry collection "The Street Man's Poems." His theatrical work includes the play "Satori." He is also the creator, writer, and director of the podcast "Tehran Metro." Currently, he works as a Persian literature teacher.

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Director Statement

Director's Statement

The documentary Doushan tells the story of a young boy living with muscular dystrophy and 96% physical disability—a boy who, despite enduring constant physical pain, possesses a remarkable spirit and an inspiring outlook on life. He has not only refused to surrender to his condition but has also become a source of hope and strength for those around him.

This film is an effort to amplify the voices of those who, in silence, battle their limitations and live with hope. I believe that sharing this story can shine a light into the darkness of those trapped in despair—a reminder to us all that to be human is to keep going, even through the hardest of times.

Through Doushan, I aim to invite the international community to see people with disabilities through a more compassionate lens—not with pity, but with respect for their strength of spirit and their ability to create meaningful lives.
I hope this film becomes a source of hope for the hearts that need it most.

Seyed Saeed Safari
Director