Why it matters:
The Shahr (Urban) Festival seeks to explore the concept of urban life in cinema through image, narrative, music, and cultural expression—at a moment when cities and media are undergoing rapid transformation.
The big picture:
As urbanization accelerates and cinema plays a growing role in reflecting city life, this festival provides a platform for dialogue between artists, scholars, and critics on the challenges and stories of urban living.
Key points:
- “Form and Composition” session with Iran Entezam
- “City Music” workshop with Masoud Sakhavatdoost
- “Untold Stories of the City” with Marijn van Hoek
- “Urban Subcultures in Cinema” panel with Arvand Dashtaray
- “War, City, and Narrative” panel with Jalal Maleki, Ali Torabi, and Dariush Fathi
- Film critique session with Ramtin Shahbazi and Masoud Saflaei
Go deeper:
Iran’s Upcoming City Film Festival Introduces Urban-Themed Category
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