Filmfarsi | Cinema Diaspora

SPECIAL | Cinema Diaspora | Echoes of the East

An ode to the forgotten cinema of Iran. Before the Iranian Revolution in 1978, the country had a thriving film industry, with “Filmfarsi” as the ultimate crowd-pleaser. These films, characterized by their exaggerated emotions, vibrant sets, and catchy music, were a unique phenomenon in world cinema.

Discover the craftsmanship of legendary filmmakers like Samuel Khachikian and New Wave directors Masoud Kimiai and Abbas Kiarostami. How did they create films that continue to linger in memory, despite limited resources?

“Filmfarsi” is more than just a collection of old films; it’s a time capsule that transports us to another Iran—an Iran filled with hope, dreams, and ambitions.

  Spoken language: Farsi
  Subtitels: English