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Iranian short film ‘Raana’ awarded at Milan festival
Iranian short film ‘Raana’ claimed the best short film audience award at the Milan Film Festival during its first international screening, according to Iran's state news agency IRNA.
The social drama, written and directed by Ahmad Monajemi and produced by Mohammad Hasan Saadat Hindi, swept up the audience prize at the festival that ran from June 3-8 in Milan, Italy.
The 'Raana' story centers on a kindergarten teacher who faces a significant challenge when a problem arises with one of the children, leading to identification with the child. The film features Iranian actors including Afsaneh Kamali, Alireza Ostadi, Shaghayegh Farahani, Amir Sam Mousavi, Faramarz Roshanaei, Amir Miar, and Mahsa Shakouri.
Italian distribution company Pathos has picked up international distribution rights for the short film. The Milan Film Festival, which showcases independent films and emerging talent, provided a platform for the Iranian production to reach European audiences for the first time.