Fereydoun Farrokhzad was a highly influential figure in pre-revolutionary, not only for his artistic achievements but also for his outspoken political views. Throughout his life and career, he became known for his progressive ideals, his opposition to authoritarianism, and his advocacy for freedom of expression, which put him at odds with the political regime of his time. Farrokhzad’s political tendencies leaned heavily toward democracy, liberalism, and the protection of individual rights. He was an outspoken critic of the oppressive political systems of both the Pahlavi monarchy and the subsequent Islamic Republic. His views were rooted in his commitment to the principles of freedom, human rights, and equality, which aligned him with liberal intellectual movements of the time.
