Three Songs for Benazir

In THREE SONGS FOR BENAZIR, Afghan brick maker Shaista Khan wants to enlist in his country's army. He aspires to have a better job and provide more for his wife Benazir and their growing family. With only a third-grade education and a desire to return to school, Shaista also wishes to be the first from his tribe to join the military. He receives encouragement, but also confronts resistance from family and community members about his choices.