Dariush Mehrjui
داریوش مهرجویی
Filmmaker
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View Timeline →Alireza Zarrindast: Staying in Cinema is Difficult
A gathering took place to discuss Dariush Mehrjui's film 'Mix' as part of the lead-up to Cinema Day. Alireza Zarrindast emphasized the challenges of maintaining…
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…
Supreme Court Confirms Double Death Sentence for Suspect in the Murder of Dariush Mehrjui and His Wife
The Supreme Court of Iran has confirmed a double death sentence for the main suspect in the murder of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife,…
Defense Attorney of Murder Suspect Emphasizes 'Complexity of the Case': Uncertainties May Never Be Resolved
The defense attorney for the primary suspect in the murder of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife claims the case is highly complex with many…
Body of a Protest Filmmaker Found at Home; Iman Pourgholizadeh Arrested During Protests
Iman Pourgholizadeh, a filmmaker arrested during the 1401 protests, was found dead at his home, following the suspicious death of another filmmaker, Bahareh Lalehi. The…
Manijeh Hekmat: In this 'bitter and dark era,' I did not succumb to humiliation for the sake of daily life and I will not do so.
Manijeh Hekmat, an Iranian filmmaker, expressed her refusal to accept humiliation in a dark era for the arts in Iran, following the closing ceremony of…
Accused of Murdering Mehrjui and Mohammadi Far: I Confessed Under Duress
The main suspect in the murder of renowned Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife claims he confessed under duress, asserting his innocence and alleging…
Mona Mehrjui's Lawyer Surprised by Indictment: We Have Objected to the Forensic Report
Mona Mehrjui's lawyer expressed surprise at the indictment of suspects in the murder of her parents, citing ongoing investigations and ambiguities in the case. The…
Former Gardener Identified as 'Main Suspect' in the Murder of Dariush Mehrjui and Vahideh Mohammadi-Far
A former gardener has been identified as the main suspect in the murder of renowned Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife, Vahideh Mohammadi-Far, allegedly…
Police: 'Main Killer' of Dariush Mehrjui and Vahideh Mohammadi Far Arrested
The Islamic Republic's police announced the arrest of the 'main killer' of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife, Vahideh Mohammadi Far, following their murders which…
The Number of Arrested Individuals in Connection with the Murder of Dariush Mehrjui and Vahideh Mohammadi Far Reaches 10
Ten individuals have been arrested in connection with the murders of Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife Vahideh Mohammadi Far. The case has raised…
Two Imprisoned Labor Activists: The Murder of Dissenters and Artists is an Old and Familiar Tradition
Two imprisoned labor activists condemned the recent murder of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife, linking it to a historical pattern of violence against dissenters…
Iranian Writers Association: The Government Evades Accountability Regarding the Murders of Dariush Mehrjui and Vahideh Mohammadi Far
Dariush Mehrjui, an acclaimed Iranian filmmaker, and his wife, Vahideh Mohammadi Far, were murdered, prompting widespread outrage and speculation about the government's involvement. The Iranian…
Government Media Criticizes Comparisons to 'Serial Killings'; Ambiguity Continues in the Murder Case of Mehrjui and Mohammadi Far
Dariush Mehrjui, a prominent Iranian filmmaker, and his wife were murdered under mysterious circumstances, leading to public comparisons with past state-sanctioned killings. Government media have…
User Reactions to the 'Horrific' Murder of Dariush Mehrjui and His Wife: A Reminder of the 'Chain Murders' of the 1990s
Dariush Mehrjui, a prominent Iranian filmmaker, and his wife were murdered in their home, prompting widespread reactions and comparisons to past chain murders of dissidents.…
Brutal Murder of Dariush Mehrjui and Vahideh Mohammadi-Far; Ambiguities in Details and Motives; '4 Suspects' Arrested
Dariush Mehrjui, a prominent Iranian filmmaker, and his wife Vahideh Mohammadi-Far were brutally murdered in their villa, prompting widespread shock and condemnation in the cultural…
The Murder of Dariush Mehrjui and Vahideh Mohammadi Far; The Claim of 'Security' by the Islamic Republic is Questioned
Dariush Mehrjui, a prominent Iranian filmmaker, and his wife were murdered in their home, raising serious concerns about security in Iran. The incident follows prior…
Dariush Mehrjui from 'The Cow' to 'Laminoor'; 'The Eye and Light of Iranian Cinema' Murdered
Dariush Mehrjui, a prominent Iranian filmmaker known for his influential works, was reportedly murdered alongside his wife in their home. This tragic event has sparked…
Over 200 Filmmakers Urge Rouhani to Lift Travel Ban on Rasoulof
Over 200 Iranian filmmakers have urged President Rouhani to lift the travel ban on director Mohammad Rasoulof, citing his commitment to civil rights. The ban…
Foruzan, a Star of a Past Era
The passing of Foruzan, a prominent actress of pre-revolutionary Iranian cinema, has sparked reflections on her impactful career and the challenges faced by female actors…