Rayka Zehtabchi
The first Iranian woman to win an Oscar, Rayka Zehtabchi is a director working in both documentary and fiction. Her documentaries "Period. End of Sentence." and "A Woman's Place" can be seen on Netflix and Hulu, respectively. Rayka is primarily drawn to simple stories that prioritize heart over flash. She brings a naturalistic approach to her storytelling, always striving for honesty and intimacy on screen.