Iranian film ‘Unparallel World’ awarded at Euroshorts in Poland
The Iranian short film ‘Unparallel World’, directed and written by Mohammad Yaraghi, clinched the Main Award aka The Mayor of Gdansk Award at the 23rd edition of the Euroshorts Film Festival in Poland.
This marks the second international award for ‘Unparallel World’ and the seventh international accolade for director Mohammad Yaraghi, ILNA reported.
‘Unparallel World’ has garnered significant attention for its innovative narrative and compelling storytelling. The film has previously screened in cities such as London, Budapest, Warsaw, and Gdansk, and has been featured at the 29th Portobello Film Festival in the UK and the 20th BuSho Film Festival in Hungary.
The Euroshorts Film Festival, held annually since 1992, is a well-known event in Eastern Europe dedicated to showcasing the works of emerging filmmakers and innovative short films, animations, and experimental pieces from around the world.
In a synopsis of the film, ‘Unparallel World’ explores the notion that the events unfolding in the present day are not confined to a parallel or surreal universe; rather, they are the result of actions and influences from all of us.
The exclusive distribution rights for ‘Unparallel World’ have been acquired by the Italian company Alpha Film, further cementing the film’s international reach and recognition.