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Iranpress: Fajr Film Festival Free of Imperialist Influence: Turkish Filmmaker

Fajr Film Festival Free of Imperialist Influence: Turkish Filmmaker

Friday, 28 November 2025 15:41

Turkish filmmaker Cenk İzgören, in an interview with Iran Press, said that what sets the Fajr International Film Festival apart from other festivals is its freedom from global imperialist influences. İzgören added that the unique spirit found in Iranian cinema is rarely seen elsewhere, attributing it to Iran’s deep and rich cultural heritage.

Iranpress: Malaysian Filmmaker: Iranian Films are Very Close to Our Hearts

Malaysian Filmmaker: Iranian Films are Very Close to Our Hearts

Friday, 28 November 2025 13:21

In an interview with Iran Press, Malaysian filmmaker Chong Keat Aun describes Iranian films as "poetic," elaborates on the shared cultural roots between Iran and Malaysia, and speaks of Islam as a religion of kindness that has brought the two nations closer together.

Iranpress: Day Two of Fajr Film Festival Features Diverse Screenings, Workshops in Shiraz

Day Two of Fajr Film Festival Features Diverse Screenings, Workshops in Shiraz

Friday, 28 November 2025 11:47

The 43rd Fajr International Film Festival continued in Shiraz on its second day, featuring diverse screenings, workshops, and strong audience engagement.

Iranpress: Indian Filmmaker: I Always Admire Rawness in Iranian Movies

Indian Filmmaker: I Always Admire Rawness in Iranian Movies

Friday, 28 November 2025 11:19

Indian filmmaker Indu Lakshmi, a participant in the 43rd Fajr International Film Festival (FIFF), praised the raw authenticity of Iranian cinema and its strong resonance with Malayalam storytelling in India, noting that many Iranian films have stayed with her long after viewing them.

Iranpress: Fajr International Film Festival Highlights Cultural Sanctions, Turkey Focus

Fajr International Film Festival Highlights Cultural Sanctions, Turkey Focus

Saturday, 22 November 2025 18:56

At a press conference on Saturday, Rouhollah Hosseini, Secretary of the 43rd Fajr International Film Festival, discussed the festival's challenges and revealed new strategies for this year’s edition, highlighting efforts to adapt during cultural sanctions and regional partnerships.

Iranpress: 43rd FIFF; "Mirjaveh" Reappears on Second Day with Name "Deep Crack"

43rd FIFF; "Mirjaveh" Reappears on Second Day with Name "Deep Crack"

Saturday, 01 February 2025 21:41

As the 43rd edition of the Fajr International Flim Festival (FIFF) entered its second day, Tarak Ameeq (Deep Crack), Legend of Sepehr, Sanam (Idol), and Antique were screened after the release of "Sayyad" on the first day.

Iranpress: 43rd International Fajr Film Festival Kicks off in Tehran

43rd International Fajr Film Festival Kicks off in Tehran

Thursday, 30 January 2025 21:24

Tehran (IP) - The opening ceremony of the 43rd International Fajr Film Festival kicked off on Thursday afternoon in Tehran Vahdat Hall in downtown the capital with the presence of the Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, artists, experts, and art enthusiasts.

Iranpress: 42nd edition of FIFF; Closing ceremony underway, winers awarded

42nd edition of FIFF; Closing ceremony underway, winers awarded

Sunday, 11 February 2024 21:38

Tehran (IP) - The 42nd edition of the Fajr International Film Festival (FIFF) finally came to an end with the closing ceremony being underway tonight and awarding the winners.

Iranpress: Tehran hosts meeting on Fajr Film Fest. achievements

Tehran hosts meeting on Fajr Film Fest. achievements

Saturday, 10 February 2024 20:26

Tehran (IP) - A meeting on Fajr Film Festival achievements was held in Tehran on Saturday, with the presence of representatives from Iran, Russia, Armenia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Turkey.

Iranpress: Parviz Khan movie, a story of Iranian football amid war

Parviz Khan movie, a story of Iranian football amid war

Friday, 09 February 2024 21:29

Tehran (IP) - Parviz Khan was another work released on the 9th day of the 45th Fajr International Film Festival (FIFF), a narrative of Iranian football after the victory of the Islamic revolution and the beginning of the US-backed war of Iraqi Saddam's regime on Iran.

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