Abbas Kiarostami

1940-2016 (aged 76), Iran A central figure in the Iranian New Wave, Kiarostami was renowned for his minimalist storytelling that blurred the lines between fiction and reality. His films, such as Taste of Cherry and Close-Up, often explored profound philosophical themes through simple narratives and non-professional actors.

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5/22/20251 min read

Abbas Kiarostami

1940-2016 (aged 76), Iran

A central figure in the Iranian New Wave, Kiarostami was renowned for his minimalist storytelling that blurred the lines between fiction and reality. His films, such as Taste of Cherry and Close-Up, often explored profound philosophical themes through simple narratives and non-professional actors.