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The Lantern of Imagination‏ (1976)

Original title: Fanoos Khiyal

1976-01-01 · 1h 33m · FA
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"Fanoos Khiyal", with a brief introduction from illustration in Persian literature to mezzanine in Iranian miniatures and folk paintings, introduces the first camcorder in Iran and shows the first available films. After that, with the development of theaters in Iran, the production of movies begins. Iranian filmmakers in this field have a variety of experiences that result in technical advances and a variety of styles.

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Bahram ReypoorDirector, Writer

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Farrokh GhaffariFarrokh GhaffariKhan Baba MotazediKhan Baba MotazediEsmail KoushanEsmail KoushanNaser Malek MotieiNaser Malek MotieiParviz SayyadParviz SayyadHoushang BaharlouHoushang BaharlouLoris TjeknavorianLoris Tjeknavorian

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What is The Lantern of Imagination‏ about?

"Fanoos Khiyal", with a brief introduction from illustration in Persian literature to mezzanine in Iranian miniatures and folk paintings, introduces the first camcorder in Iran and shows the first available films. After that, with the development of theaters in Iran, the production of movies begins. Iranian filmmakers in this field have a variety of experiences that result in technical advances and a variety of styles.

How long is The Lantern of Imagination‏?

The Lantern of Imagination‏ has a runtime of 93 minutes.