Iran’s ‘Sampo’ to be screened in Bulgaria’s festival
ISNA – Marzieh Riahi’s Iranian short film, ‘Sampo,’ is set to represent Iran at the 16th Sofia MENAR Film Festival in Bulgaria.
The festival, showcasing cinema from the Middle East, Central Asia, and North Africa, is scheduled to take place from January 12 to January 28.
The 14-minute film, revolves around a mother involved in arranging funerals and parties, while her daughter holds a different perspective on her mother’s profession.
The cast includes Linda Kiani, Maryam Boubani, Hilda Kordbache, and Hannan Azizi.
The short film has already been showcased at international events, including the Nickel Independent Film Festival in Canada, the Port Townsend Film Festival in the US, and the prestigious Palm Beach International Film Festival in the US.
Sofia MENAR Film Festival, initiated in 2009 and held annually in the Bulgarian capital, Sofia, is recognized as one of the prominent cultural events in the Balkans, featuring the best cinematic works from the specified regions.