Abbas Kiarostami

Abbas Kiarostami

Deceased · Born: Jun 22, 1940 · Died: Jul 4, 2016

Personal Details

BornJun 22, 1940 Tehran, Iran

Biography

Abbas Kiarostami, a renowned Iranian filmmaker, was born in Tehran, Iran, in the year 1940. Prior to embarking on a career in filmmaking, Kiarostami pursued higher education, graduating from university with a degree in fine arts. Initially, he utilized his artistic skills as a graphic designer, before transitioning to a role at the Center for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults, where he spearheaded a film section. This marked the beginning of his illustrious career as a filmmaker at the age of thirty.

Throughout his remarkable career, Kiarostami has produced numerous films, solidifying his position as one of the most influential figures in contemporary Iranian cinema. Moreover, he has also made significant contributions to the arts world, with numerous gallery exhibitions showcasing his photography, short films, and poetry. Kiarostami's unwavering dedication to the arts and his unbridled creativity have cemented his status as an iconic figure, a testament to the power of artistic expression.

Career

2006
Men at Work
Men at Work as Screenplay
2003
1995
2017
24 Frames
24 Frames as Director
2012
Like Someone in Love
Like Someone in Love as Director, Screenplay
2010
Certified Copy
Certified Copy as Director, Screenplay
2008
Shirin
Shirin as Director
2007
2004
10 on Ten
10 on Ten as Director, Writer
2002
Ten
Ten as Director
2001
ABC Africa
ABC Africa as Director, Writer
1999
The Wind Will Carry Us
The Wind Will Carry Us as Director, Screenplay
1997
Taste of Cherry
Taste of Cherry as Director, Writer
1995
1994
Under the Olive Trees
Under the Olive Trees as Director, Writer
1992
And Life Goes On
And Life Goes On as Director, Writer
The Traveler
The Traveler as Director, Writer
1990
Close-Up
Close-Up as Director, Writer
1989
Homework
Homework as Director
1987