Abolfazl Jalili, a visionary filmmaker from Iran

Abolfazl Jalili is not just any director; he's a maestro of the silver screen with international acclaim, firmly rooted in the dynamic current of the Iranian new wave movement.

Born in 1957, Jalili's journey began in the mid 70's at the Iranian College of Dramatic Arts, where he delved into the art of directing, setting the stage for his cinematic skills.

In 1980, he joined forces with the national television (IRIB), making a good number of children's films that charmed hearts far and wide.

Hold your applause for the showstopper, 'Det Means Girl' (1994). It took home prestigious prizes at the Venice Film Festival and Nantes, casting a spotlight on Jalili's genius.

But that is not all. In 1999, he was Rotterdam's dazzling Film Maker in Focus, a true luminary of the silver screen.

You won't want to miss 'The Reverse Path'. This film earned Jalili the crown jewels of best director and best actor awards at the Shanghai International Film Festival, China's cinematic battleground.

Now, let's roll out the cinematic red carpet as we journey through Jalili's filmography, a collection that features:

- 1983: Milad

- 1985: Spring

- 1987: Scabies

- 1994: Det Means Girl

- 1996: A True Story

- 1992-1998: Dance of Dust

- 1998: Don

- 1999: Tales of Kish (The Ring)

- 2001: Delbaran

- 2003: Abjad

- 2005: Full or Empty

- 2007: Hafez (Iran-Japan)

But wait, there's more. Jalili's wall of fame is adorned with impressive collection of awards and honors, a testament to his cinematic brilliance:

- Golden Montgolfiere, Nantes Three Continents Festival, 2001

- Golden Palm nominee, 1999 Cannes Film Festival

- Don Quixote Award, Locarno International Film Festival, 1999

- Silver Leopard, 51st Locarno International Film Festival, 1998

- Solidarity Prize, San Sebastián International Film Festival, 1998

- Golden Montgolfiere, Nantes Three Continents Festival, 1996

- Golden Osella, Venice Film Festival, 1995

- Golden Lion nominee, Venice Film Festival, 1991

So there you have it, a glimpse into the journey of Abolfazl Jalili, a master whose cinematic creations have graced the world stage, leaving an unforgettable impression on movie enthusiasts worldwide.

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