Verdieping: Influence Unveiled – Abbas Kiarostami’s Cinema and its Impact on Iranian Protest Cinema
By Hamed Soleimanzadeh
Introduction
Cinema has long been celebrated as a powerful medium for expressing dissent, challenging societal norms, and reflecting on the complexities of the human experience. Within this realm of cinematic activism, the name Abbas Kiarostami stands as a beacon of innovation and influence. His indelible mark on Iranian and global cinema resonates not only in the aesthetic tapestry he wove but also in the profound impact he left on the evolution of protest cinema in Iran and the Middle East. This article embarks on a journey to unveil the intricate interplay between Kiarostami's cinema and the emergence of Iranian protest cinema, investigating the ways in which his groundbreaking techniques have shaped narratives of dissent and resistance.
Abbas Kiarostam...