Iran-Indonesia Film Week underway in Jakarta celebrating 75 years of diplomatic ties
The Iran-Indonesia Film Week, being held under the theme ‘Peace and Friendship,’ is underway in Jakarta, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
The five-day event, running through February 25, will showcase four Iranian and four Indonesian films across cultural centers, universities, and schools in Jakarta, Mehr News Agency reported.
Featured Iranian films include the dramas ‘In the Arms of the Tree’ and ‘Romanticism of Emad and Tooba’, alongside the animated titles ‘Loupetou’ and ‘Dolphin Boy’.
The opening ceremony was attended by Indonesia’s Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, Iran’s Ambassador to Indonesia, Mohammad Boroujerdi, and Hamidreza Jafarian, head of Iran’s Soureh Cinema Organization. The event is organized in collaboration with Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture, Iran’s Cultural Counselor in Indonesia, and the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization.
Speaking at the inauguration, Iran’s Cultural Attaché to Indonesia, Mohammadreza Ebrahimi, stressed Iran-Indonesia Film Week is not just a celebration of cinema but a bridge bringing the people of both nations closer through film, music, and shared cultural values.”
Ebrahimi emphasized the deep-rooted connections between the two countries, adding, “Both Iran and Indonesia, with their ancient civilizations and rich histories, share common values in religious, cultural, and social spheres.”
He also underscored Iran’s global reputation in cinema, noting, “Iranian cinema is known for its humanistic, artistic, and thought-provoking narratives, earning it worldwide recognition.”
Commenting on Indonesia’s film industry, he said, “In recent years, Indonesian cinema has seen remarkable growth, presenting both local and global stories with artistic depth and emotional resonance.”