Tooba (2002)
Plot — What is Tooba about?
Her poetic two-channel video installation Tooba is based on the Koran, in which Tooba, the sacred tree of paradise, offers shelter and sustenance to those in need. Neshat's video places a woman within a groove in the trunk of a large fig tree, symbolising its soul. They stand, alone, in a stone-walled garden set in a mountainous landscape. Men and women draw near and enter the enclosure, seeking refuge, as the Tooba-woman disappears into the Tooba-tree. The piece is ambiguous. Who has agency? Is it the crowd, who 'invade' the garden or the tree-woman who draws them towards her like a magnet? Tooba is dedicated to Iranian writer Shahrnush Parsipour, whose novel Women without Men concerns five women sojourning in a garden, one of whom is transformed into a tree.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2002 |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 12 min |
| Audience Score | 70% (7.0/10, 1 votes) |
Tooba — FAQ
Is Tooba worth watching? Tooba holds a 7.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. Her poetic two-channel video installation Tooba is based on the Koran, in which Tooba, the sacred tree of paradise, offers shelter and sustenance to those in need. Neshat's video places a woman within a groove in the tru
Who directed Tooba? Directed by Shirin Neshat.
Where can I stream Tooba? Streaming availability for Tooba is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Tooba release? It released in 2002.