CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: FAJR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2018

  TEHRAN, IRAN - 01/04/2018 (PRESS RELEASE JET)

 In its 36th year, the Fajr International Film Festival will bring a slate of films to Tehran City from diverse creators and storytellers from April 19-27, 2018.

Submissions to the 36th edition have been open since November 1 for all sections of the Festival. So far, more than 600 filmmakers from 35 different countries have applied to take part in the festival, among them 300 ones are features. The late entry deadline for foreign participants is March 1.

 Set in the heart of Iran’s capital city Tehran, Fajr International Film Festival pays tribute to quality local and international films. It is an event that celebrates cultural exchange, displays creative achievements of highly acclaimed cineastes and showcases films promoting artistic contribution to the medium. Moreover, the festival also pays special attention to films that seek justice, defend the oppressed and underline humane and moral values.

The festival focuses especially on films from the Middle East, Central Asia, Caucasus and Anatolia as well as works heralding peace and friendship as true teachings of the holy prophets. Moreover, Fajr International Film Festival provides a unique platform in this geographic region for an interchange of professional experience and international meetings. In addition, intensive training courses are offered to young filmmakers. At the same time, the International Film Market, better known as IFM provides an excellent opportunity for the acquisition and sales of film rights, co-production projects and offers support for the production and screening of new Iranian films.

 The 36th edition of Fajr International Film Festival will be held from April 19th to 27th, 2018 in Tehran, under the direction of well-known Iranian filmmaker, Mr. Reza Mirkarimi.