‘Derno’ by Iranian director wins at Buenos Aires festival
Iranian director Hadi Mohaghegh’s film ‘Derno’ was honored with the Special Jury Prize for Cinematography at the third edition of the Province of Buenos Aires International Film Festival (FICPBA), held from October 1 to 10.
The award recognizes the exceptional work of cinematographer Mansour Abd-Rezaei in capturing the film's poetic narrative, Mehr News Agency reported.
‘Derno,’ also known internationally as ‘Vortex,’ is a 2024 production that explores themes of life and death through a surreal journey in the Iranian wilderness.
The story follows a driver who encounters a boy by the roadside, leading to a series of events that blur the lines between reality and imagination.
The film features performances by Mohaghegh, Mohammad Zarei, Razieh Taheri, Rouhollah Barzegar, and Anoush Homayouni.
The film's international distribution is managed by DreamLab Films in France, under the guidance of Nasrin Mirshab.
‘Derno’ has previously been showcased at the Beijing Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival, marking its third international appearance with the Buenos Aires recognition.