Policy council members appointed for 43rd Fajr fest

The General Secretary of Iran’s Cinema Organization, Raed Faridzadeh, has officially announced the appointment of the policy council members for the 43rd Fajr International Film Festival (FIFF).   

The newly appointed members include prominent figures in Iranian cinema: Mohammad Mehdi Heidarian, Seyyed Mohammad Beheshti, Hossein Entezami, Farhad Tohidi, Alireza Shoja-Nouri, Mohammad Mehdi Askarpour, Alireza Tabesh, Manouchehr Mohammadi, and Manouchehr Shahsavari. 

In the official statement, Faridzadeh emphasized the importance of leveraging the expertise and experience of the council members to ensure the success of the festival. The text of the appointment reads: 

"In recognition of your invaluable expertise and experience in the field of cinema, and with the aim of ensuring the successful organization of the 43rd Fajr International Film Festival, you are hereby appointed as a member of its policy council. I extend my sincere gratitude for your willingness to collaborate in this significant endeavor.

I trust that, with reliance on God Almighty and by drawing upon your profound knowledge and experience, you will excel in planning and guiding the festival. Your efforts will play a vital role in upholding the noble values of the Islamic Republic of Iran and advancing the cultural strategy of the fourteenth government."

The upcoming edition of the festival is scheduled to take place from January 31 to February 10, 2025, under the auspices of the Manouchehr Shahsavari Secretariat. 

The Fajr International Film Festival is a cornerstone of Iran’s cultural calendar, celebrating cinematic achievements while showing the nation's cultural and artistic vision to both local and international audiences.