Manyar I. Parwani

An architect of poignant narratives and evocative cinema, Manyar I. Parwani was born in 1969 in Kabul, Afghanistan, and has been actively directing films since the early 2000s. His works predominantly revolve around drama and documentary genres, with his most acclaimed films including 'Addicted in Afghanistan' and 'The Killing of Farkhunda'. Although he hasn't secured accolades at major film festivals, Parwani's adept storytelling has garnered him immense appreciation and respect in the global film industry. Parwani, a masterful storyteller, beautifully illuminates the human condition through his films, making him an unsung hero of world cinema.