Bahman Maghsoudloo is an acclaimed documentary producer whose work explores the rich intersections of art, culture, and history, with a special focus Middle Eastern subjects. Over the past two decades, he has built an international reputation for producing thoughtful, visually compelling documentaries that give voice to overlooked narratives and foster cross-cultural dialogue. Maghsoudloo is best known for his long-running documentary ... Read More »
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Chronicler Life Through Film
Kianoush Ayari stands as a pivotal figure in cinema, celebrated for his authentic narratives and profound exploration of societal issues. Emerging from the “Free Cinema” movement of the 1970s, Ayari’s early works, crafted on 8mm film, garnered attention both domestically and internationally. His commitment to realism and humanistic storytelling has earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Crystal Simorgh awards and ... Read More »
The Qajar Struggle for Sovereignty
Russo-Persian Wars (1804–1813, 1826–1828) ended in humiliating defeats, resulting in the Treaties of Gulistan and Turkmenchay, through which lost large parts of the Caucasus, including present-day Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. British influence grew in the Persian Gulf and southern, largely to protect British India. Britain and Russia effectively divided into spheres of influence through the 1907 Anglo-Russian Convention—without consent. The ... Read More »
A Legacy in Resonance
Parviz Meshkatian Born in 1955 in Nishapur, the city of poetry and mysticism, artistic journey was rooted in both tradition and innovation. As a virtuoso of the santur—a Persian hammered dulcimer—he not only mastered the complexities of this ancient instrument but redefined its expressive possibilities. Under the guidance of great masters at the Tehran Conservatory of Music, Meshkatian immersed himself ... Read More »
The Voice of Resistance in Cinema
Hengameh Ghaziani is a distinguished actress, singer, and translator, known for her impactful presence in theater, film, and television. With a career spanning over three decades, she has earned critical acclaim and prestigious awards for her versatile performances. Ghaziani began her artistic journey in 1990 with the film Saye Roshan, directed by Hassan Hedayat. Shortly after her screen debut, she ... Read More »
The Political Calculus of Saudi arabia and the Shah
Throughout his reign (1941–1979), Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Shah, maintained a complex and evolving relationship with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. While ideological differences—particularly over secularism versus Saudi Arabia’s religious governance—often created tensions, geopolitical and economic concerns necessitated diplomatic engagement between the two Persian Gulf powers. Saudi Arabia, ruled by the House of Saud and grounded in conservative Wahhabi Islam, ... Read More »
symptoms you may not know are early signs of dementia
While being sad or experiencing a shift in mood can happen to almost anyone occasionally, mood and personality changes may be early indicators of serious health issues. These can include mental health conditions, hormonal changes, or substance abuse problems. When those with dementia experience these symptoms, they can manifest as fear, suspicion, and getting easily upset or becoming irritable over ... Read More »
3 Key Periods in the Career of Composer
Jahanbakhsh Pazouki (also spelled Pazoki or Pazooki) is a renowned composer, lyricist, and arranger born on May 25, 1937, in Shiraz. He is celebrated for his contributions to Persian pop and traditional music, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s. After the Islamic Revolution, he relocated to Los Angeles, where he continued to influence Persian music. Pazouki began his musical journey ... Read More »
The Voice Behind the Revolution’s Slogans
Mahmoud Mortezaeifar (1934 – 10 May 2013) was a prominent religious and cultural figure in post-revolutionary, widely recognized for his role in shaping the atmosphere of the Friday prayers in Tehran and for popularizing religious slogans as a unifying force during pivotal moments in the nation’s modern history. Nicknamed the “Minister of the Slogan” (Vazir-e Sho’ār), Mortezaeifar was a close ... Read More »