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UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema

April 25, 2015 -
May 16, 2015

The Archive is pleased to once again explore the diverse currents of Iranian cinema with its annual series highlighting recent and classic films from Iran and the Iranian diaspora.  In the wake of Asghar Farhadi’s Best Foreign Language Film Oscar win for A Separation in 2011, the depth and breadth of Iranian cinema today continues to amaze even as the challenges faced by its filmmakers remain of concern.  While established masters continue to make their unique voices heard, including writer-director Rakhshan Banietemad, whose award-winning Tales opens this year’s series, newer filmmakers continue to captivate.  Farhadi’s influence can be felt in a number of outstanding, tightly-wound contemporary dramas by emerging directors (Melbourne, I’m Not Angry), while others are charting radically different paths visually and narratively (Fish & Cat, 316).  It’s a heady mix that makes this a particularly fascinating moment to be surveying the landscape of this always invigorating national cinema.  As in recent years, it is anticipated that some filmmakers will appear in person to discuss their work.  Please check our website for updates on in-person guests.

Program generously funded by

Special thanks to: Mark Amin, Alireza Ardekani, Ahmad Gramian, Sanam Sahir—Farhang Foundation.

Past Programs & Events

Title Date and Time Location

316

Monday, May 18, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Still Life  /  Mohsen Badie: Artisan of Cinema

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Tales

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 3:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Melbourne

Friday, May 15, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

316

Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 7:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Red Rose

Friday, May 8, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

What's the Time in Your World?

Wednesday, May 6, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Red Carpet

Saturday, May 2, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Today

Friday, May 1, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

My Name is Negahdar Jamali and I Make Westerns

Monday, April 27, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Fish & Cat

Sunday, April 26, 2015 - 7:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater

I'm Not Angry

Sunday, April 26, 2015 - 3:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater

Tales

Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater