Portrait of cinematographer Morteza Qafouri

Morteza Qafouri is a master of his craft, producing visually stunning films that leave audiences captivated.

Born in Tehran on March 23, 1979, Qafouri's journey into cinematography began in 1993 under the guidance of his father, Abdollah Qafouri, a renowned figure in Iranian cinematography.

Having internalized the art of storytelling through images from an early age, Qafouri officially began his cinematographic journey with the television series ‘House to House’ directed by Kianoush Ayyari.

In the years of his career, Qafouri worked with professional cinematographers such as Asghar Rafiee Jam, Mahmoud Kalari, and Alireza Zarrindast.

These invaluable experiences sculpted his artistic sensibilities, laying the foundation for his ascent as a Director of Photography.

Since 2006, Qafouri has been a driving force in Iranian cinema, and he has contributed his visual expertise to numerous acclaimed productions.

His portfolio boasts a mix of cinematic gems, including ‘Mahoura’, ‘When Did You Last See Sahar?’, ‘A Few Cubic Meters of Love’, ‘The Lion Skin’, ‘The Long Farewell’ and ‘Atousa's Laughter’.

Adding to his impressive resume is the captivating series 'The Sound of Rain,' a major hit on iFilm English that has cemented Qafouri's place as a household name in Iranian entertainment.

iFilm English wishes Qafouri ongoing success and good health as he continues to work on new series and films.

For Qafori's page on the IMDb, click here.

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