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“I wasn't searching for a common denominator - I started wondering about the challenge of working in other cultures. What I reached was the sudden acknowledgment of the universal aspect of filmmaking.”

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Abbas Kiarostami
Abbas Kiarostami

Abbas Kiarostami was a renowned Iranian film director born on June 22, 1940. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound insight into social reality, making him one of the key figures in the New Wave of Iranian cinema. more

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