A screenshot from 'Melbourne' directed by Nima Javidi[/caption]Iranian director Nima Javidis debut feature-length film Melbourne has been selected to contend for awards at the 27th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF).
The film, as Irans only representative at the festival, will be vying at the Competition section of the event.
Javidis creation is scheduled to have three screening programs atJapans movie theaters during the festival.
Melbourne chronicles the story of a young couple on their way to the eponymous Australian city to continue their education. But just a few hours before their departure, they become involved in a tragic event.
The film has recently received critical acclaim at the 71st Venice International Film Festival in Italy. Themovie experienced its international premiere at the festival.
Javidis drama opened Critics Week section of this years Venice film festival and had several screening programs, out of competition.
Some international critics participated in the festival believe that Melbourne conjures up the mood and tone of the British film director Alfred Hitchcocks works, said Javidi.
The renowned film distribution company Microcinema purchased the films world distributing right, he also noted.
Melbourne was also screened at the 10th edition of Zurich international Film festival few days ago.
The 27th Tokyo International Film Festival will take place from October 23 through 31, 2014.
Iranian filmmaker Behnam Behzadis Bending The Rule received the Special Jury Award at the last years edition of Tokyo International Film Festival.
By Press TV
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