Alex Tavakoli

Cinematic virtuoso of the skies and high-rises, Alex Tavakoli, was born in 1978 in Tehran, Iran, but has been actively directing films since 2012. He showcases an affinity for creating thrillers and action genres, with his most prominent films being "Skybound" and "Dead End," the former gaining him recognition though it did not receive any significant awards at major film festivals. Tavakoli's directorial style is characterized by his ability to craft intense, gripping narratives within confined, often vertical spaces, creating a unique blend of claustrophobia and vertigo. Alex Tavakoli, through the lens of his camera, paints the world in strokes of adrenaline, suspense, and a nuanced understanding of the human will to survive.