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UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema

24 Frames
April 28, 2018 -
May 19, 2018
In-person: 
Mehdi Rahmani (5/5); Hamed Behdad (5/11); Ahmad Kiarostami (5/13); Bahram Beyzaie (5/19).

Listen to an interview with Film Programmer Paul Malcolm on KXLU's Center Stage.

The power of the moving image to connect people across cultural, political and national differences has been embodied nowhere more profoundly over the last several decades than in the humanism, artistry and courage of Iranian filmmakers.  UCLA Film & Television Archive has been presenting the best of their work in this annual survey for almost 30 years and it does so again this year with a renewed sense of purpose.  Our current series includes films from new voices, current masters and a special tribute screening to one of Iranian cinema’s most influential and important artists, Bahram Beyzaie.  Each film, in its own way, reflects the complex realities of contemporary Iran and the Iranian diaspora, while its storytelling resonates beyond specific contexts to unite us as viewers and human beings.  It is anticipated some filmmakers will appear in person, wherever possible, to discuss their work.  Please check the website for updates on in-person guests.

Program generously funded by

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

Past Programs & Events

Title Date and Time Location
Bashu, The Little Stranger

Bashu, The Little Stranger

Saturday, May 19, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater
Negar

Negar

Friday, May 18, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater
24 Frames

24 Frames

Sunday, May 13, 2018 - 7:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater
24 Frames

24 Frames

Saturday, May 12, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater
A Man of Integrity

A Man of Integrity

Saturday, May 12, 2018 - 3:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater
Blockage

Blockage  /  Valderama

Friday, May 11, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater
Golden Time

Golden Time

Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 7:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater
Simulation

Boarding Pass  /  Simulation

Saturday, May 5, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater
The Home

The Home

Friday, May 4, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater
Israfil

Israfil

Sunday, April 29, 2018 - 7:00 pm Billy Wilder Theater
No Date, No Signature

No Date, No Signature

Saturday, April 28, 2018 - 7:30 pm Billy Wilder Theater