'Prophet Moses (PBUH)' screenplay is in readiness: producer

The screenplay to Iran epic biopic production 'Prophet Moses (PBUH)' has been all set for entering shooting stage.

“'Prophet Moses (PBUH)' screenplay is ready and there is also a chance to cast foreign actors,” said producer Ahmad Mir-Alai.  

He noted that, “The screenplay is geared up and we also asked for all Islamic scholars’ opinion on it in order to prevent any further ambiguities.”

The screenplay of the biopic was first penned in 70 episodes by late Iranian director Farajolaeh Salahshour. It was then reviewed and narrowed down to 52 episodes and is set to be directed by Jamal Shourjeh.

Regarding the cast team and the shooting location, Mir-Alai said “We will have three groups of actors alongside; professional, first-time and foreign actors.”

“We have the potential to start the film shoot any time soon since 'Prophet Moses (PBUH)' production is estimated to be a very time-consuming and tedious project taking nearly 4 years to accomplish.”

The filming location of the TV series is to be Ghazzali Cinema Town located in the Iranian city of Tehran where also ‘Prophet Joseph’ was captured, he noted.  

On the use of visual and special effects, he stated, “We do our best to get use of Iranian youth for the special effects.”  

A media report says that ifilm popular star Mostafa Zamani may take the titular role in the series.  

“The life story of 'Prophet Moses (PBUH)' is derived from Quranic descriptions and it is a transnational story that is likely to be screened in many neighboring countries.”

Mir-Alai mentioned,”Several countries such as Turkey and Russia have volunteered to become a patron of the series but we are determined to get help of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB).  

Moses (PBUH) is a prophet in Abrahamic religions and in several instances he has been mentioned in the holy Quran.

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