House of Cinema
خانه سینما
Cultural organization for filmmakers
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View Timeline →Javad Ezati, Hadi Kazemi, Mehran Ahmadi, Amir Jafari Are Coming
The Screening Guild Council convened to announce new film screening regulations. Notable actors Javad Ezati, Hadi Kazemi, Mehran Ahmadi, and Amir Jafari are involved in…
Continued Reactions to Majid Majidi's Award
Majid Majidi has received an award at the Busan Festival, prompting congratulations from key figures in Iran's cinema community. This recognition highlights the importance of…
"Father" is Good but Not a Masterpiece
The inaugural session of "Screenplay Era" showcased Florian Zeller's film "Father," where critics offered mixed reviews. Farhad Tavakkoli praised the screenplay for its educational value,…
Two Passings, News of Asghar Farhadi and the Week's Cultural Highlights!
This week, the cultural news highlighted the passing of two individuals, Asghar Farhadi's attendance at an event honoring artists, and the ongoing popularity of Alireza…
Asghar Farhadi Came to the House of Cinema
Asghar Farhadi, a prominent Iranian filmmaker, attended an event at the House of Cinema. This gathering highlights the importance of cinema in Iranian culture and…
Philosophy Professor to Speak at Iranian House of Cinema Book Week
Thomas E. Wartenberg, a philosophy professor from Mount Holyoke College, will speak at the Iranian House of Cinema Book Week, highlighting the intersection of philosophy…
Navid Mihandoost, Imprisoned Director, Criticizes Government's Treatment of Artists
Navid Mihandoost, an imprisoned Iranian director, criticized the government's treatment of artists and the inaction of cultural institutions following controversies at the Fajr Film Festival.…
About 300 Iranian filmmakers have 'open judicial cases' following the protests of 2022
Approximately 300 Iranian filmmakers are facing open judicial cases due to their involvement in the 2022 protests against the mandatory hijab and in support of…
Iman Pourgholizadeh, Young Filmmaker Arrested During 2021 Protests, Passes Away
Iman Pourgholizadeh, a young Iranian filmmaker previously arrested during the 2021 protests, has been found dead at his home. His death has raised concerns, especially…
Judiciary Claims Cause of Bahareh Leilahi's Death is Under Investigation
Bahareh Leilahi, a filmmaker, was reported to have died under suspicious circumstances, with conflicting accounts about her death circulating on social media. The Iranian judiciary…
Saeed Roustayi's Prison Sentence; Cannes Festival Directors' Reaction and Scorsese's Efforts to Overturn the Sentence
Saeed Roustayi, director of 'Brothers Leila,' was sentenced to six months in prison for propaganda against the regime, sparking international condemnation, including from Cannes Film…
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…