Abbas Kiarostami
عباس کیارستمی
Filmmaker
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View Timeline →Brazilian Adaptation of Abbas Kiarostami’s ‘Taste of Cherry’ Set for 2027 Release
A Brazilian adaptation of Abbas Kiarostami's acclaimed film 'Taste of Cherry' is currently in post-production and is set to be released in 2027. This project…
Kiarostami’s 'Where Is the Friend’s House?' to be Screened at Tokyo Film Festival
The 1987 Iranian film 'Where Is the Friend’s House?' by Abbas Kiarostami will be showcased at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival. This screening is…
Majid Majidi Reacts to Samadian's Documentary: Kiarostami is the Philosopher of Iranian Cinema
Majid Majidi expressed his admiration for Seyfollah Samadian's documentary about Abbas Kiarostami at the Busan Film Festival. This highlights Kiarostami's significant influence on Iranian cinema.…
Kiarostami’s Acclaimed Film Screens in Athens Open-Air Cinemas
Abbas Kiarostami’s film 'Where Is the Friend’s House?' was screened at two open-air cinemas in Athens on September 26 and 27 as part of its…
Traveling with Kiarostami on the Road + Film
The teaser for a new documentary about the renowned Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami has been released. Directed by Seyfollah Samadian, the film will debut at…
Abbas Kiarostami's Films to be Screened at South Korean Film Festival
Six films by renowned Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami will be showcased at the 11th Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Festival in South Korea. This event highlights…
Retrospective of Abbas Kiarostami at IMS Cinema in Sao Paulo
The IMS Cinema in Sao Paulo is showcasing a retrospective of Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami, highlighting his significant contributions to world cinema. This event underscores…
Restored 'Through the Olive Trees' to be Screened at Iran's Cinema Museum
The Cinema Museum of Iran in Tehran will screen a restored version of Abbas Kiarostami's film 'Through the Olive Trees' and host a discussion about…
Kiarostami Commemoration Showcases Art Diplomacy in International Relations
A commemoration event for the renowned filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami, titled 'Abbas Kiarostami: Beyond Borders,' took place at the Cinema Museum of Iran. The event underscores…
Abbas Kiarostami Commemorated at Cinema Museum by Nations’ Diplomacy Think Tank
The Nations’ Diplomacy Think Tank, in partnership with the Cinema Museum of Iran, is holding a ceremony to honor the late Abbas Kiarostami, a significant…
Kiarostami’s 'Certified Copy' to Screen at 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Abbas Kiarostami's 2010 film 'Certified Copy' will be featured at the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic from July 3 to…
40th Cinema Ritrovato Festival Celebrates Legacy of Late Iranian Filmmakers
The 40th Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna, Italy, is showcasing films by renowned late Iranian filmmakers Abbas Kiarostami, Dariush Mehrjui, and Ebrahim Golestan. This event…
Iran: The country the West came to know through film
For decades, Persian-language cinema has served as a crucial window for the Western world to understand Iranian culture and society. However, many of Iran's most…
Doctor in Abbas Kiarostami Case to be Tried on November 6
The doctor involved in the case of Abbas Kiarostami will face trial on November 6 for alleged medical malpractice following the filmmaker's controversial death. The…
Protest Gathering of Filmmakers at Kiarostami's Grave
Filmmakers in Iran are organizing a protest gathering at the grave of Abbas Kiarostami following a controversial medical ruling regarding his treatment. The event is…