Iran’s ‘The Old Bachelor’ wins Rotterdam’s Grand Prix
The Iranian film ‘The Old Bachelor,’ directed by Oktay Baraheni, grabbed the Grand Prix at the 53rd International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR).
Competing in the Big Screen Competition, ‘The Old Bachelor’ earned the title of Best Film in its category.
The festival, renowned as one of Europe’s significant cinematic events, runs from January 25 to February 4 in the city of Rotterdam, showcasing a diverse selection of independent and creative films of global quality.
Oktay Baraheni, in his second directorial venture, wrote the screenplay for ‘The Old Bachelor’ himself. The film received financial backing from investors Arsalan Baraheni and Amirhossein Abdollahi. The international poster design for the film was created by Hanif Sarvari and Fatemeh Hassanvand.
Starring prominent actors Leila Hatami, Hamed Behdad, and Mohammad Reza Golzar, ‘The Old Bachelor’ premiered on January 30 and will continue its screenings until the festival concludes on February 4.
The IFFR plays a crucial role in providing a platform for independent and creative films, solidifying its reputation as a significant cinematic celebration in Europe.