Nasser Taghvai: The Quiet Maverick of Iranian Cinema
A tribute to Nasser Taghvai, the pioneering Iranian filmmaker whose poetic realism and cultural insight shaped a generation — from My Uncle Napoleon to Captain Khorshid.
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Jafar Panahi Cannes 2025: A Defiant Victory at the Heart of Global Cinema
Jafar Panahi, the renowned Iranian filmmaker, has won the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2025 for his powerful film It Was Just an Accident. This historic win at Cannes 2025 marks a new chapter in Panahi’s career as a symbol of resistance in Iranian cinema.
Continue ReadingParastoo Ahmadi: The Voice of Courage and Change
Parastoo Ahmadi, a 27-year-old Iranian singer and filmmaker, has emerged as a powerful symbol of resilience and artistic defiance. With roots in Noshahr, Iran, and a degree in cinema directing from Sooreh University, Parasto's creative journey has been intertwined with her pursuit of freedom and self-expression.
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