A portrait of film editor Davoud Yousefian

Davoud Yousefian is a renowned Iranian film and television editor, recognized for his contributions to some of Iran’s most notable productions.

His most significant works include the TV series ‘The Valiant of Tangestan’ and the films ‘Eternal Children’ and ‘Gilaneh’.

Yousefian had a particularly impactful year in 1974, marking an important phase in his career.

During this time, he played a crucial role in the production of ‘The Valiant of Tangestan’, directed by Homayoun Shahnavaz.

His skilled editing in the series helped establish his reputation in Iran’s television industry.

Beyond television, Yousefian made a significant mark in Iranian cinema.

In 2006, he collaborated with acclaimed director Pouran Derakhshandeh on ‘Eternal Children’, working alongside notable actors such as Shahab Hosseini, Elham Hamidi, Hadi Marzban, and Pantea Bahram.

His expertise in film editing was further recognized in 2010, when he was nominated for the Crystal Simorgh for best visual effects at the 29th Fajr International Film Festival for his work on ‘Dissertation’, directed by Hamed Kolahdari.

Earlier in his career, in 1991, Yousefian won the Crystal Simorgh for best editing at the 10th Fajr International Film Festival for ‘Once Upon a Time, Cinema’, directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.

One of the defining aspects of Yousefian’s career is his extensive work in both cinema and television. However, his primary focus has been on film editing, with 97% of his works being feature films and only 3% in television.

With a career spanning decades, Yousefian remains a key figure in Iranian cinema and has played a crucial role in shaping the visual storytelling of Iranian films.

iFilm English website wishes him continued success and many more years of creative contributions to the world of cinema.

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