Iranian cinema: highlights from past week

Amidst a backdrop of record-breaking debuts and captivating releases, Iranian cinema finds itself enveloped in an atmosphere of anticipation and enthusiasm.

Here is a glimpse into the latest happenings:

1. Premiere of 'Fragrant' accompanied by official poster release

Concurrent with the premiere of 'Fragrant', the film, featuring Mostafa Zamani, Hoda Zeinolabedin, Kourosh Tahami, Homayoun Ershadi, and late Hessam Mahmoudi, has released its official poster.

Written by Hossein Hosni and directed by Hadi Moqaddam-Doust, 'Fragrant' is a romantic melodrama that touches themes of strength and resilience in the characters' lives.

2. 'Don't Be Embarrassed 2: Separation of Qanbar from Sanam' hits Iranian cinemas

‘Don't Be Embarrassed 2’, subtitled ‘Separation of Qanbar from Sanam’, directed by Reza Maqsoudi and produced by Amir Parveen Hosseini, has debuted in Iranian cinemas.

Following the success of its predecessor, ‘Don't Be Embarrassed 1’, the sequel has also released its official trailer.

Starring Shabnam Moqaddami and Ahmad Mehranfar in the lead roles, the film features Bahareh Kian-Afshar, Behrang Alavi, Mohammad Motazedi, Saeed Amir Soleimani, and Majid Shahriyari.

3. Mohsen Amir Yousefi's 'Funnel' set for nationwide release

Mohsen Amir Yousefi's film ‘Funnel’, starring Reza Attaran, is set to hit cinemas across the country.

Produced by Saeed Malekan, the film is ready for release, coinciding with the unveiling of its first photo.

The cast includes Abbas Jamshidifar, Sadaf Espahbodi, Faride Sepah Mansour, Giti Moini, and Reza Nikkhah.

‘Funnel’ marks Yousefi's fourth film and is anticipated to be one of this year’s top box office performers.

4. 'Texas 3' releases new poster amid warm reception

Due to a warm reception and high box office earnings, 'Texas 3', directed by Masoud Atyabi and produced by Ebrahim Amerian, has released a new poster.

This comedy stars Pejman Jamshidi, Sam Derakhshani, Jaleh Sameti, and Mehdi Hashemi.

5. 'Sweet Agony 2' finally set for cinematic release

After about five years, 'Sweet Agony 2', directed by Alireza Davoudnejad, is finally coming to cinema screens.

The film stars the late Reza Davoudnejad, Tarlan Parvaneh, Mona Davoudnejad, Zahra Davoudnejad, Ali Davoudnejad, Homayoun Kazemi, and Mohammad Reza Davoudnejad.

Continuing the story from the first film, it follows a girl who invites her parents to an unfamiliar place for her 18th birthday, prompting them to journey from Manchester to London and reflect on their past lives.

6. 'Flight 175' cleared for nationwide screening

'Flight 175', directed by Mohammed Hossein Haqiqat and produced by Saeed Sharafi Kia, has been approved for screening in cinemas nationwide.

Featuring Jamshid Hashempour, Sorayya Qasemi, Jafar Dehqan, Reza Tavakkoli, and Atabak Naderi, ‘Flight 175’ marks one of the few directorial debuts to earn significant accolades.

At the 42nd Fajr Film Festival, it won awards for both the "International Section" and the "Manifestation of National Will".

Additionally, it previously secured first prize in the "Vision" section at the 17th International Resistance Festival.

7. Production begins for 'For Rana'

Produced by Morteza Shayesteh and directed by Iman Yazdi, the movie 'For Rana' has kicked off production.

According to the film's public relations team, Hamed Behdad and Panthea Panahi have already begun filming.

The project will feature other prominent actors, whose names will be announced later.

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