Iranian Filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof Fleeing Iran
Award-winning Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof has fled Iran after being sentenced to eight years in prison for 'collusion to act against national security'. He is now a refugee in Europe and plans to attend the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of his film The Seed of the Sacred Fig. Rasoulof denounced the Iranian regime and expressed his determination to continue his work despite the risks.
Key Points
- Rasoulof sentenced to eight years in prison for 'collusion to act against national security'.
- Plan to attend Cannes Film Festival for premiere of The Seed of the Sacred Fig.
- Denounced Iranian regime and expressed determination to continue his work.
- Previous film, There Is No Evil, won top prize at Berlin Film Festival in 2020.
- Criticism of Iranian government's response to building collapse led to Rasoulof's arrest.
Pros
- Rasoulof's bravery in speaking out against the Iranian regime.
- Continuing to pursue his passion for filmmaking despite facing persecution.
Cons
- Facing a harsh sentence and potential repercussions for his actions.
- Risking the safety of actors and crew members involved in his films.