Three Iranian movies to be screened at India’s Third Eye Asian Film Festival
The 21st edition of the Third Eye Asian Film Festival in Mumbai will showcase three films supported by the Farabi Cinema Foundation: ‘Captain’, ‘Sima’s Unfinished Narration’, and ‘Hook’.
Three Iranian films ‘Captain’, ‘Sima’s Unfinished Narration’, and ‘Hook’, all produced by Farabi Cinema Foundation will be showcased at the 21st edition of the Third Eye Asian Film Festival in Mumbai, running from January 10 to 16, IRNA reported.
‘Captain’, directed by Mohammad Hamzei and produced by Saber Emami, tells the story of an 11-year-old boy named Isa, whose unwavering belief in his future as a football star for the Iranian national team remains unshaken despite his battle with cancer. The film portrays Isa’s resilience as he undergoes treatment in the hospital’s cancer ward, never losing sight of his dream.
In ‘Sima’s Unfinished Narration’, directed by Alireza Samadi and produced by Majid Reza Bala, the life of Dr. Arash Samin, a renowned sociology professor, takes an unexpected turn when a photo of him is published online, disrupting his peaceful existence with his doctor wife and daughter.
‘Hook’, directed by Ali Rigi and produced by Ali Ashtipour, follows the journey of two Baloch brothers, both athletes fueled by their passion for sports. The brothers strive to achieve their ambitious dreams, facing not only the challenges of competition but also societal and personal barriers. Their story is one of determination, as they push beyond their limits and support each other in their pursuit of excellence.
The Farabi Cinema Foundation has a strong presence at this festival, with two of its films, ‘Sea Boys’ and ‘Squad of Girls’, screening at the 20th edition last year. ‘Squad of Girls’ was awarded a special festival trophy, highlighting the foundation’s consistent success in promoting Iranian cinema on the international stage.