Iranian cinema: highlights from past week

Amidst a flurry of new releases and updates, Iranian cinema has been filled with anticipation and excitement throughout the past week.

Here is a glimpse into the latest happenings:

1. ‘Nocturnal’ set for summer release

Farzad Motamen’s latest film, 'Nocturnal', is all set for a summer release this year.

The film features an impressive cast, including Amir Aqaee, Roshanak Gerami, Ehsan Amani, Mahshid Afsharzadeh, Behnaz Pour Fallah, Nazanin Solhjou, Yaser Jafari, Shiva Karimi, Payam Ahmadinia, and Amir Hossein Fathi.

Anticipation is building as the release date approaches.

2. 'Red Lens Glasses' coming soon

Hossein Mehkam's new film, 'Red Lens Glasses', will be hitting the big screens soon, with its screening license already issued.

The film features a star-studded cast, including Hamed Behdad, Hadi Kazemi, Elnaz Habibi, Pantea Panahi, Soroush Sehat, and Samaneh Pakdel.

While the storyline remains a mystery, 'Red Lens Glasses' marks Mehkam's fifth directorial venture following 'Local Anesthesia', 'Andranik', 'On Parole' and 'Ahmad, All Alone'.

3. 'Zaferaniyeh July 5' awaits release

Although 'Zaferaniyeh July 5' was unveiled at the 37th Fajr International Film Festival, it has yet to be released.

This social drama features Nazanin Bayati, Mehdi Hashemi, Hengameh Qaziani, Linda Kiani, and Masoud Rayegan.

The film revolves around a wealthy family thrown into a crisis by an unexpected incident.

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