In Witness – The Guerrilla Son, we witness a powerful and emotional journey of a son, Zanyar, as he confronts his father, Taher, about his past as a Kurdish fighter. The film explores the sacrifices that Taher made during his time in the Kurdish rebel forces in Kurdistan, and the impact it had on his family. As Zanyar prepares to become a father himself, he feels a need to understand his own past and the past of his father before the arrival of the next generation.
The film takes an intimate approach as we see Zanyar slowly unpick his father’s story, leading to a greater understanding of his own past and the sacrifices made by his father. Taher, who now drives a taxi in Stockholm, is reluctant to speak about his past, but Zanyar’s persistence leads to a greater understanding of his father’s experiences and the emotional toll it took on him.
The film highlights the impact of war on families and the difficulties faced by refugees seeking a new life in Europe. Witness – The Guerrilla Son is a poignant reminder of the importance of understanding our past and the role it plays in shaping our future. It is a film that will leave you with a greater appreciation of the sacrifices made by those who came before us and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
