The film, written and directed by Parinaz Mehri and produced by Amir Etminan, tells the story of a 15-year-old girl forced to marry her mentally disabled cousin in the absence of her father.
Arben Lami, Jonid Jorgji, Irena Prici, and Jona Hasija will serve on Panorama Competition of the festival’s jury.
The Tirana International Film Festival, which runs from September 22 to 28, brings together filmmakers, producers, and distributors from around the world to share their passion and knowledge of cinema. The festival, which is recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the European Film Awards, aims to create a friendly space for cinema enthusiasts to come together and celebrate the art of filmmaking.
‘Maral’ marks Mehri’s debut as a writer and director, and its selection for the festival is a significant achievement for the Iranian film industry.