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Kiarash Dadgar is a bilingual Iranian film and theater artist, born and raised in Esfahan, Iran, in August 1994, now based in Toronto. Although he holds a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, his dedication to the arts led him to shift his path, earning a Master of Arts in Dramatic Literature from Soore Art University in Tehran. Throughout his studies, Kiarash actively engaged in various creative projects, including short films, theater productions, and performances. His extensive experience encompasses directing, writing, and even singing, reflecting his passion for storytelling across mediums and cultures.

Kiarash Dadgar is a bilingual Iranian film and theater artist, born and raised in Esfahan, Iran, in August 1994, now based in Toronto. Although he holds a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, his dedication to the arts led him to shift his path, earning a Master of Arts in Dramatic Literature from Soore Art University in Tehran. Throughout his studies, Kiarash actively engaged in various creative projects, including short films, theater productions, and performances. His extensive experience encompasses directing, writing, and even singing, reflecting his passion for storytelling across mediums and cultures.

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Introducing a formalistic approach, this short film delves into the dramatic transformation that can occur within 7 minutes. Through continuous 360-degree tilt, the narrative employs a metaphorical technique juxtaposing the beginning and the ending, creating a disparity of outcomes. As a filmmaker, I find immense fascination in exploring stories centered around the concept of war. I believe that war issues hold a universal quality, allowing viewers to comprehend the inherent bitterness they entail. By eliminating dialogue, this film invites the audience to interpret the story through the visual symbolism and characters' actions, thus transcending cultural or geographic boundaries. Additionally, this film serves as the inaugural installment of a compelling trilogy exploring war narratives through a formalistic lens. I am passionately crafting the second piece of this series, driven by a desire to explore the depth and complexity of these themes.

Introducing a formalistic approach, this short film delves into the dramatic transformation that can occur within 7 minutes. Through continuous 360-degree tilt, the narrative employs a metaphorical technique juxtaposing the beginning and the ending, creating a disparity of outcomes. As a filmmaker, I find immense fascination in exploring stories centered around the concept of war. I believe that war issues hold a universal quality, allowing viewers to comprehend the inherent bitterness they entail. By eliminating dialogue, this film invites the audience to interpret the story through the visual symbolism and characters' actions, thus transcending cultural or geographic boundaries. Additionally, this film serves as the inaugural installment of a compelling trilogy exploring war narratives through a formalistic lens. I am passionately crafting the second piece of this series, driven by a desire to explore the depth and complexity of these themes.

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Festival Highlights

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Award Highlights

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Kiarash Dadgar

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