Otar Iosseliani, a renowned director and writer, entered this world on February 2, 1934, in the city of Tiflis, which was then part of the Transcaucasian SFSR, a Soviet Socialist Federative Republic within the vast expanse of the USSR, but is now known as the vibrant capital of the Republic of Georgia, Tbilisi.
Throughout his illustrious career, Otar Iosseliani made a lasting impact on the world of cinema, leaving behind a legacy of iconic films that continue to captivate audiences to this day. His impressive repertoire includes the critically acclaimed "The Butterfly Hunt" (1992),the poignant "Winter Song" (2015),and the thought-provoking "And Then There Was Light" (1989),among many others.
Sadly, Otar Iosseliani's remarkable journey came to an end on December 17, 2023, in his beloved hometown of Tbilisi, Georgia, leaving behind a void that can never be filled, but his contributions to the world of cinema will forever be cherished and remembered.
