Sunday, August 17, 2025

My favourite cake, (2024), Iran, written and directed by Maryam Moghadam and Behtash Sanaeeha

 

My Favourite Cake

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre

Thursday August 21,

Doors Open: 6.30 pm


Written and directed by Maryam Moghadam and Behtash Sanaeeha

Seventy-year-old Mahin has been living alone in Tehran since her husband died and her daughter left for Europe. One afternoon, tea with friends, leads her to break her solitary routine and revitalise her love of life.

As Mahin opens herself up to a new romance, what begins as a surprise encounter evolves into an unpredictable, unforgettable evening. A huge hit with critics and audiences alike at the 2024 Berlinale, My Favourite Cake is an endearing portrayal of a woman who gives herself a second chance at life and love - and is faced with unexpected consequences. Co-directors Sanaeeha and Moghadan deftly deliver social criticism with a story that is equally charming and touching

(Palace Nova 2024)


Persian tea and sweets will be available to members of the society as a special treat before the movie.


REELS WINE SELECTIONS

“My favourite cake”


Movie / Wine themes:

# Cake or Other Sweet Things

# A Woman (especially older) going against societal expectations

# Love at any age 


The Wines:

Reds

Penley Estate “Hyland” Coonawarra Shiraz, 2021 

Quote on the bottle: “For most of history, Anonymous was a woman” 

“Sweet Caroline” (Australian) Merlot 2024 

“Not Your Grandma’s”, Chaffey Bros, Barossa 

 Grenache & Mourvedre 2022 


Non-Reds 

Jam Shed (Southeastern Australia) Rose 2024

Cupio (New Zealand) Sauvignon Blanc 2024 

One for All (NSW) Strawberry Lemon Sorbet 

Moscato 202

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