Mohsen Makhmalbaf

Master of Iranian New Wave cinema, Mohsen Makhmalbaf, was born in 1957 in Tehran, Iran, and has been actively directing films since 1982. He's renowned for his works in drama and documentary genres, with his most famous films including 'Gabbeh,' 'Kandahar,' and 'The Cyclist,' which have earned him recognition and awards at esteemed international film festivals. Makhmalbaf's authorial style is marked by his poetic visuals, socio-political themes, and exploration of the human condition against the backdrop of Iranian society.

Makhmalbaf, with his empathetic lens, crafts films that not only challenge but also enlighten, acting as a courageous voice in a world often shrouded in silence.