“When the Taliban took over Afghanistan, music was forbidden and punishable by the death penalty. Young girls who belonged to a quiet music school had to go into hiding where they feared for themselves and their families. Now orphans with broken hearts, Last Song from Kabul tells the riveting, heroic story of their escape to Portugal where they try to rebuild their fractured lives and begin to play music again.”

A statement from Kevin Macdonald:

“Each of these female musicians have been uprooted from everything and everyone they know. The music they create together has kept them going, acting as a symbol of strength for many. It is an honor to tell their stories and I’m excited for others to be introduced to these heroes.”

The film premiered at Telluride Film Festival on 2nd September 2023 and was shortlisted for Best Documentary Short Subject at the 96th Academy Awards.

Last Song From Kabul is available to watch on Paramount+ now.