Bahman Samiian

A creative force in Iranian cinema, Bahman Samiian was born in 1969 in Tehran, Iran. Active since the 1990s, he has crafted his films primarily in the genres of drama and social realism, with his most renowned works including "Tales of Tehran" and "The Circle." Despite the lack of major international film festival accolades, Samiian's work is revered for its poignant storytelling and raw depiction of life in contemporary Iran. Beyond his profession, Bahman Samiian is a man of great empathy and dedication, his films serving as a mirror reflecting the challenges and triumphs of Iranian society.