Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Rasoulof on New Film, Iran Return, and Actors' Status
Imagine a famous movie director from Iran named Mohammad Rasoulof, who had to leave his country because of his films.
He just got a special award for promoting peace at a film festival in Switzerland.
Right now, he's working on writing a new movie.
He's been living in Germany and feels safe, but always thinks about the problems back home.
He might be able to go back to Iran soon because of a new law that might help filmmakers like him.
Some actors from his movie are facing possible prison time, but people are trying to help them avoid it.
He's excited for the future of Iranian filmmaking, with lots of new talent.
Mohammad Rasoulof received the Locarno City of Peace Award at the Locarno Film Festival.
Rasoulof is writing a new script and worked on a play with actresses from "The Seed of the Sacred Fig".
He may return to Iran sooner due to a new law abolishing prison for those who left illegally.
Rasoulof feels safe and happy in Berlin but is mindful of the hardships in Iran.
Efforts are being made to convert the prison sentences of "Seed of the Sacred Fig" actors to fines.
- Who
- Mohammad Rasoulof, Iranian filmmaker.
- What
- Mohammad Rasoulof discussed his work, plans, and the situation of Iranian filmmakers.
- When
- At the Locarno Film Festival, after the debut of his film "The Seed of the Sacred Fig".
- Where
- Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland and Berlin, Germany.
- Why
- To receive an award, discuss his film, and share his plans.
Optimistic View
Pessimistic View
Iranian Cinema
Optimistic View
Hopes for the future of Iranian cinema and the discovery of new talent.
Pessimistic View
Concerns about the restrictions and challenges faced by filmmakers in Iran.
- Award
- Locarno City of Peace Award
- Film
- The Seed of the Sacred Fig
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Sentence
- 8-year prison sentence (previously)
- Actors
- Facing potential fines or imprisonment