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View Timeline →Revisiting 'In Exile' and Sohrab Shahid Saless in Conversation with Parviz Sayad
A restored version of Sohrab Shahid Saless's film 'In Exile' has sparked renewed discussions about the filmmaker's unique contributions to Iranian cinema. Parviz Sayad, who…
Moments of Receiving the Oscar from the Sweet Voice of Shohreh; When the Miracle Happened
Iranian filmmakers Shirin Soohani and Hossein Malayemi won the Oscar for Best Short Animation for their film 'In the Shadow of the Cypress.' Soohani reflected…
Interview with Mojdeh Shamsaie; Reviving the Ideal Woman of Beyzaei Without Regret or Sorrow
Mojdeh Shamsaie discusses her experience performing in Bahram Beyzaei's plays in the U.S., highlighting the freedom she feels compared to her previous work in Iran.…
Mobile Imamzadeh in Canada: A Cinematic Narrative by Abdolreza Kahani
Abdolreza Kahani's film "Ziaratgah" has been selected for the Edinburgh Film Festival 2024, depicting a middle-aged Iranian worker in Canada who creates a mobile Imamzadeh…
Suspension of Visits and Phone Calls and Harassment of Family; Pressure on Reza Rasayi Intensifies
Reza Rasayi, a political prisoner sentenced to death, faces intensified pressure as prison officials cut off his communication with family and harass them. His death…
Life Under the Blade of Censorship and Death in 'The Depths of Night' by Farhad Vilkij
Farhad Vilkij's film 'The Depths of Night' premiered at Cannes, showcasing the struggles of a writer under censorship in Iran. The film reflects Vilkij's personal…
Two Yarsan Civil Activists Deprived of Family and Lawyer Visits 50 Days After Arrest
Farhad Zalnouri and Fariborz Shah-Abrahimi, two Yarsan civil activists, have been detained for nearly 50 days without access to family or legal representation. They face…
Artists Against Sanctions; What Do Supporters Want and What Do Opponents Say?
Prominent Iranian artists have launched a campaign against U.S. sanctions, arguing that these sanctions harm the Iranian people. The campaign has sparked debate among supporters…
The Face of 'Custom Cinema' at the 36th Fajr Film Festival
The 36th Fajr Film Festival concluded amidst significant controversy, primarily due to the presence of films funded by government and military bodies, sparking debates about…
What Do Cultural Figures Expect from the Tenth Parliament?
Cultural figures in Iran are urging public participation in the upcoming elections, reflecting their ongoing engagement with political processes. Abolhassan Davoodi, a prominent filmmaker, shares…
Life Threats in the Iranian National Cycling Team's Camp
Amir Kalhdooz, a member of the Iranian national cycling team, reported facing physical threats and insults from fellow cyclists due to club disputes. The situation…
The Impact of Increased Audiences on the Quality of Iranian Theater
The 14th Iranian Critics and Theater Writers Association festival highlighted concerns over the declining quality of Iranian theater despite an increase in audience size and…