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Iranian films to hit silver screen at 58th Karlovy Vary Int’l Film Festival
The 58th edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) kicked off in the Czech Republic with the screening of Viggo Mortensen’s ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt.’ The event, held at the Thermal Hotel, features various international films, including notable entries from Iran.
The event opened on June 28 and will run through July 6.
‘My Favourite Cake,’ directed by Behtash Sanaeeha and Maryam Moghadam, is a collaborative production by Iran, France, Sweden, and Germany. It was screened on June 28, 29, and also is slated to be screened on July 3 and 6 in the non-competition Horizons section.
Another Iranian film, ‘In the Land of Brothers,’ directed by Alireza Ghasemi and Raha Amirfazli, will have its European premiere in the Special Screenings category. Produced by Iran, France, and the Netherlands, it will be shown on July 2, 4, and 6.
The festival, under the leadership of Jiří Bartoška, also features retrospectives, awards, and special guests. Actor Viggo Mortensen received the Festival President’s Award and expressed his gratitude for the selection of his film as the opening feature.
This year, the festival revisited its history, highlighting the crucial support from partners that saved it from cancellation in 1994. President Jiří Bartoška emphasized the importance of this support during a reflective interview with host Marek Eben.
KVIFF continues to be a prominent event in Central and Eastern Europe, showcasing 164 films from around the world. This year’s jury for the main competition includes notable figures such as American producer Christine Vachon and Australian actor Geoffrey Rush.
In addition to Iranian films, the festival will honor various cinema figures, including American actor and director Viggo Mortensen, British actor Clive Owen, and Czech actor Ivan Trojan.