A painted bird on the edge of a dried-up pool in an old garden is trapped in a dust-covered world. Overwhelmed by sadness and loneliness, it longs to fly across the sky like real birds. Rain washes away the dust of oblivion, revealing that it was never truly alone. A visual allegory of hope, patience, and finding companionship in solitude.

Directed by Ziba Arzhang (Iran)