‘Our Man in Tehran’ Review: A journey through Iran
The Wall Street Journal | Dorothy Rabinowitz: This two-part “Frontline” documentary is based on the Iran travels of Thomas Erdbrink, longtime Tehran…
Culture
Maral Farjad wins best supporting actress at American filmfest.
MNA – Iranian actress Maral Farjad has won an award at US’ Love International Film Festival for her supporting role in ‘Immortality’…
Intl. Imam Reza Festival wraps up in Mashhad
MNA – The 16th International Imam Reza (AS) Festival wrapped up in Mashhad, late on Tuesday July 24. Governor General of Khorasan…
US judge orders return of ancient limestone relief to Iran
The New York Times – A New York Supreme Court judge on Monday ordered a Persian bas-relief dating to approximately 500 B.C.…
Old caravansary near Tehran reopens to public
Financial Tribune – The historical Shah Abbasi caravansary sitting in Karaj, Alborz Province, opened to the general public on Monday during a…
Persian Garden Carpet on display at Metropolitan Museum
Financial Tribune – The Wagner Garden Carpet – a late 17th-century Persian carpet never before seen in the US – is on…
Tahmineh Milani to chair jury of Sakhalin Film Festival
Financial Tribune – Prominent filmmaker Tahmineh Milani is to chair the jury at the 8th Sakhalin International Film Festival in Sakhalin, a…
Tabriz handicrafts fair opens
Financial Tribune- Tabriz International Handicrafts Fair will open today in the capital city of East Azarbaijan Province. With 220 pavilions, the exhibition…
Iranian girl wins first prize at Japan’s JQA drawing contest
MNA– 12-year-old Nasrin Mahboub won first prize at the international section of the 18th JQA International Environmental Children’s Drawing Contest in Japan.…
Painting exhibition on 1987 Iraqi chemical weapons attack
Financial Tribune- To mark the 31st anniversary of chemical weapons attacks on Sardasht, a city in West Azarbaijan Province, Iranian Artist Forum…
Iran, Austria seal deal to restore Persepolis ancient complex
IFP- Austria has signed a preliminary agreement with Iran to fund the renovation of the ancient Iranian monument Persepolis in Fars province.…
Sharifinia wins award at Cyprus Intl. Filmfest.
MNA –Iranian actress Mahraveh Sharifinia has won the Leading Actress Award in the Cyprus International Film Festival 2018. Mahraveh Sharifinia won the…
9th Tehran Auction brings in $7.3 million
Financial Tribune- Sales at the Ninth Tehran Auction of Classic and Modern Iranian Art, presenting 80 prominent works, reached 313.7 billion rials…
Culture minister due in Azerbaijan to attend Iran’s cultural week
IFP- Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Abbas Salehi is set to attend Iran’s cultural week in Azerbaijan, which is…
Richard Clayderman holds first-ever concert in Iran
IFP- Renowned French pianist Richard Clayderman, known as the most successful pianist in the world, held his first-ever live performance in Iran…
Asghar Farhadi to preside over jury panel at Golden Apricot Festival
ISNA– Two-time Oscar winner Asghar Farhadi will preside over jury panel at 2018 Golden Apricot International Film Festival in Yerevan, Armenia. The…
Tehran Symphony Orchestra on stage in Russia
MNA– The Tehran Symphony Orchestra has already put on two performances in Russia and their last one will be staged on Tuesday…
UK actress and activist in Iran for Silk Road episode
Financial Tribune- Celebrated English actress, author and social activist Joanna Lumley is in Iran to make a local episode of her documentary…
“Iranians to become world’s largest cultural lobby in 10-20 years”
IFP- Seyyed Mohammad Beheshti, a senior cultural figure, says Iranians will constitute the world’s largest cultural lobby in the next decade. Beheshti,…
Iranian netizens shocked, saddened by death of Anthony Bourdain
IFP- Anthony Bourdain, the American celebrity chef whose tragic death was announced Friday, is admired by Iranians not only for his popular…
Ask foreign tourists about security in Iran!
IFP- A Christian Iranian legislator says foreign tourists visiting Iran can let the whole world know that the country enjoys security and…
Setareh Eskandari wins best supporting actress in Redline Filmfest.
MNA – Iranian actress Setareh Eskandari announced as the best supporting actress in Redline Film Festival. She won the title for performing…
Greek official: Iran’s mosaic culture is unique
IRNA – Iran’s mosaic culture enjoys unique features and capabilities, said a Greek cultural figure. IRNA reporter Ali Asadi interviewed the representative…
“Iran to commend 1,600 exemplary mothers”
IFP- Some 1,600 exemplary mothers have been identified across Iran to be commended in recognition of their devotion and maternal love. The…
Iranians turn out en masse for veteran actor’s funeral
IRNA – Thousands of Iranians have attended a funeral ceremony on Sunday to bid farewell to the Iranian actor, director and producer…
Nasser Malek Motiee passed away
Financial Tribune- Iranian actor Nasser Malek Motiee passed away on Saturday at Atieh Hospital in Tehran at the age of 88. Malek…
A look at Qajar era clothing
Financial Tribune- O n the occasion of International Museum Day (May 18) and the National Cultural Heritage Week (May 14-22), Reza Abbasi…
Dowlatabadi writing about 3 legendary heroes in Shahnameh
Financial Tribune- Celebrated author Mahmoud Dowlatabadi, who unveiled his novel “Thirst” at the 31st Tehran International Book Fair (May 2-12), is working…
Leader visits Int’l Book Fair in Tehran
Tasnim– Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei paid a visit to the 31st Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) on…
Three Iranian handicrafts nominated for UNESCO award
IFP- At least three handicrafts from southern Iranian province of Khuzestan have been nominated for the UNESCO Award of Excellence for Handicrafts.…
Freaky ISIS stunt in crowded mall in Tehran sparks controversy
IFP- Shoppers and cinemagoers in a major mall in central Tehran were terrified to death on Monday night when they saw a…
Richard Clayderman to hold his first-ever concert in Iran
IFP- Renowned French pianist Richard Clayderman, known as the most successful pianist in the world, is set to hold his first-ever live…
Iran’s Fajr film festival grabs headlines with Oliver Stone
Al-Monitor | Rohollah Faghihi: Iran’s Fajr International Film Festival has been an important platform for Iranian, regional and international films for more than three…
Dash Akol wins Best Animation at LIFF 2018
MNA – Iranian animated piece ‘Dash Akol’ directed by Hajar Mehrani won Best Animation award at the 15th annual London Independent Film…
Serbia keen to promote Iranian artworks: Minister
IFP- The Serbian minister of culture and information says he would like the people of his country to get more familiar with…
Iran to produce TV series in response to “Argo” lies
IFP- Six years after the release of Argo (2012), Iran’s state TV has started making a new series on the US embassy…
36th Faji International Film Festival announces winners
IRNA – The 36th edition of Fajr International Film Festival ended its work in Tehran on Thursday evening by announcing the winners…
Iranian handicrafts on display at Italian Fair
IFP- A group of Iranian artisans are showcasing their handicrafts at the 82nd edition of the International Handicrafts Trade Fair, which is…
Iran to build 100 movie theatres this year: Minister
IFP- Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance says at least 100 movie theatres were opened across Iran last year and the…
Oliver Stone: Iranians warmest people in world
IRNA – American writer and filmmaker Oliver Stone said Iran has the warmest people across the world. Addressing a press conference in…