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Hoda Sobhani

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The Dallas International Film Festival Grand Jury Prize Animated Short goes to THAT NIGHT!

That Night (@thatnightdoc) is an animated short documentary recounting the firsthand experience of women’s rights activist Neda Naji, who survived the terror from within Evin Prison on the night it went up in flames in October 2022. Blending visceral testimony with powerful visuals, the film reveals a night of chaos, fear, and violence—and the unbreakable sisterhood that rose from it.

#DIFF2026 #DallasFilm #DIFFDallas #DoFilmDIFF taken in Dallas, Texas by @hodasobhaniii

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That Night director @hodasobhaniii spoke with @camanpour on @cnn about the film and the lasting impact of one night that still lives with Neda. Today, that story feels even more urgent: rights groups warn that political prisoners in Iran face escalating danger, including mass arrests, transfers, denial of medical care, and the risk of serious harm as conflict intensifies around prisons.

If one night can stay with someone forever, we can’t begin to imagine what those still behind bars are enduring now.

This film is a witness to survival, but also a reminder that for so many political prisoners in Iran, the nightmare is not over.

The interview will also air this evening on @pbs. taken in London, United Kingdom by @hodasobhaniii

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🎬 We’re honored to announce that That Night will have its world premiere at @docnycfest on Friday, November 14 at 4:15 PM, screening at the IFC Theater in New York City.

Directed by @hodasobhaniii , That Night is a short animated documentary centered on the powerful testimony of women’s rights activist @nedaa.naajie, who survived the fire inside Iran’s Evin Prison in 2022.

This film is a tribute to the women who lived through that night—and to the resilience, sisterhood, and resistance they carried in the face of violence.

🎟 Tickets are now on sale for both in-person and virtual screenings at the link in our bio and on the @docnycfest website.

To everyone who supported this film and helped us bring it to life: thank you. We are here because of your support.

Stay tuned as we share reflections and voices from our supporters on the importance of this film and its message for all those that see it. taken in IFC Center by @hodasobhaniii

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Four years ago tonight, a fire broke out in Evin Prison.

October 15, 2022. Neda was inside.

Four years later, we still don’t know exactly what happened inside Evin that night. There are still so many unanswered questions. But we have Neda’s point of view, her testimony, her memories, and her voice, and that is the heart of THAT NIGHT.

I believe her story deserves to be heard and remembered.

Today, on the fourth anniversary of the fire, we want to remember why we made this film in the first place: for Neda, and for everyone who was inside Evin that night.

#evinfire
#womanlifefreedom by @hodasobhaniii

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We’re so excited to share that THAT NIGHT is heading to the Newport Beach Film Festival! 🎬✨

We’re very happy to be part of the festival’s 27th edition and to have the chance to share THAT NIGHT with the Newport Beach audience alongside so many wonderful films.

Join us on Tuesday, October 20 at 8:30 PM at The Lot Theater, Screen 4, in Newport Beach, California.

If you’re in the area, we’d love to see you there and share THAT NIGHT with you on the big screen! ❤️ by @hodasobhaniii

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🎬 We are excited to announce that “That Night” will be screening at the 28th Annual Sidewalk Film Festival in Crime Docs: Beyond the Bars! 🎥✨

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
🕓 4:45 PM – 6:30 PM CDT
📍 Sidewalk Cinema Theater A

If you’re in Birmingham, come join us for this screening as part of one of the Southeast’s most vibrant independent film festivals. We can’t wait to share this story with you on the big screen.

🎟️ Grab your tickets and festival info at sidewalkfest.com

See you there! 🍿 by @hodasobhaniii

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We are honored to share that THAT NIGHT is the recipient of the Immaculate Heart Community Social Impact Award at the 30th LA Shorts International Film Festival.

Our deepest thanks to @lashortsfest and the Immaculate Heart Community for this meaningful recognition.

And a huge congratulations to the amazing team behind That Night, whose talent, dedication, and care brought this film to life.

Thank you to everyone who has believed in and supported That Night from the very beginning until today. This journey would not have been possible without you.🥂❤️ by @hodasobhaniii

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We’re incredibly honored to share that That Night has received a Special Mention Award in the Human Rights Competition at the 17th Edition of the Anibar International Animation Festival.

Thank you to the jury and the entire Anibar team for this meaningful recognition.

The jury recognized That Night “for its powerful cinematic language, sensitive animated documentary approach, and courageous portrayal of women’s resistance and lived experiences.”

This award means so much to our entire team and, most importantly, to the courageous women whose stories continue to inspire this film.

Thank you, @anibar_official for believing in That Night. by @hodasobhaniii

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We’re excited to share That Night will be screening at the LA Shorts International Film Festival. @lashortsfest

If you’re in Los Angeles, we’d love to see you there. Our producer, Elle Toussi @elletoussi will be attending the screening and would be delighted to meet you afterward.

📍Laemmle NOHO
5240 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood

📆 Thursday, July 30, 2026
⏲️ 7:45 PM

🎫 To purchase tickets, visit the link in our bio. by @hodasobhaniii

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Some stories are born from tragedy, but refuse to be forgotten.

A Fire, A Prison and a Story That Refuses to Stay Quiet is a powerful reminder of animation's ability to preserve memories, spark conversations, and give voice to stories that demand to be heard.

Featured in the latest SPARK Annecy Special 2026, this is storytelling with purpose, emotion, and impact.

Read the full article: Link in bio / link below 🔗

#SparkMagazine #Annecy2026 #AnnecySpecial #AnimatedFilm #Storytelling by @hodasobhaniii

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Last week, I received this beautiful trophy from @wearediffdallas
I’m deeply grateful for this recognition and for the support, encouragement, and belief in this film along the way.

There is still a long way to go, and I hope this is just the beginning. Here’s to reaching more audiences, creating more impact, and celebrating many more milestones ahead. by @hodasobhaniii

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Honored to share That Night was featured on @npr’s @hereandnowradio

In this conversation, @hodasobhaniii , director of That Night, and @nedaa.naajie spoke about the story behind the film, the fire at Evin Prison, and the experience of turning testimony into animation.

This film was created to witness, to remember, and to make space for stories that are too often silenced. We are deeply grateful to Neda for trusting us with her story and to everyone who continues to support the film on its journey.

Thank you to Indira Lakshmanan and the Here & Now team for having us.

To listen to the segment, you can find the link in our bio. by @hodasobhaniii

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