37 Rooz

37 Rooz : مستند ۳۷ روز : Documentary "37 Days" , This 90-minute documentary sheds light on the enigmatic persona and the political struggles of Dr. Shapour Bakhtiar. The film is unapologetically factual, portraying the real-life events and statements of Dr. Bakhtiar.

It offers a compelling insight into the historical context, focusing on the lesser-known aspects of Dr. Bakhtiar's character, making it a must-watch for history enthusiasts interested in understanding the life and career of this figure.

A significant portion of the documentary revolves around the efforts of Dr. Bakhtiar's supporters to prove his spirit of freedom and democracy during his tenure as prime minister in the vibrant days of the winter of 1978. What happened during Bakhtiar's first 37 days in office, and what were his most significant actions? He attempted to calm the waves of protests and quell the strikes by ensuring freedom of the press and releasing political prisoners.

However, he soon realized that Ayatollah Khomeini was not interested in reconciliation. Bakhtiar decided to travel to Paris to meet with Khomeini, but this idea proved futile.

Why did it fail? The next challenge for him was Khomeini's entry into Iran. Khomeini was determined to return as soon as possible. In contrast, Bakhtiar tried to delay his entry. Why did both sides adopt these tactics? Finally, Khomeini's return and his pivotal speech at the Behesht-e Zahra Cemetery. Why did Bakhtiar not confront Khomeini after this speech? Why was he insistent on ensuring Khomeini's security?