2024 AFI FEST
The American Film Institute’s prestigious AFI FEST just wrapped up, and Farhang Foundation is proud to have been a sponsor of this year’s incredible selection of Iranian films! This marks our 9th year partnering with AFI FEST, celebrating a shared passion for bringing Iranian stories and filmmakers to the heart of L.A. cinema. This year’s lineup featured unforgettable works, including the Los Angeles premiere of master filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof’s The Seed of the Sacred Fig, the Cannes Film Festival special jury prize winner that captivated audiences with its powerful storytelling. Romance bloomed on the screen with the much talked about My Favourite Cake, directed by the talented duo Maryam Moghaddam and Behtash Sanaeeha, while Universal Language, by Matthew Rankin, brought a critically acclaimed exploration of cultural and emotional connection. Explore the album to relive these moments and celebrate another year of extraordinary Iranian cinema at AFI FEST. Here’s to many more years supporting powerful voices and stories from Iran!
Photography courtesy of: Vafa Khatami AFI/Jon Kopaloff AFI/Jay L. Clendenin AFI/Getty.
