Iran Urban fest announces host for closing

International Urban Film Festival in Iran has named Farzad Hasani as host for the closing ceremony of the event.

A local media report said that popular Iranian artist Farzad Hasani will act as host for the event on Saturday.   

In the closing, Iranian veteran actress Zhaleh Olov and the country’s recently demised producer Mahmoud Kalantari will be celebrated for their lifetime artistic achievements.

Hasani is a professional host and TV presenter in Iran.

The International Urban Film Festival’s main focus is on the significance of city and urbanism in human life. The event also seeks to promote empathy and moral values in cinematic works and offers a platform for exchange of ideas and experiences among the cities of the world.

Organized by the Art and Culture Organization of Tehran Municipality, the festival’s film categories include Iranian Cinema (competition), International Cinema (competition) and Neighborhood section.

Currently underway, the 6th edition of the International Urban Film Festival in the Iranian capital city of Tehran draws to a close August 5, 2017.

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