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Iranian Cinema Under Pressure: Ali Asgari's New Doc Debuts Amidst Challenges

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Iranian Cinema Under Pressure: Ali Asgari's New Doc Debuts Amidst Challenges
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  • Ali Asgari debuts 'Higher Than Acidic Clouds' at Amsterdam Festival.
  • The film is inspired by memories and reflects life's beauty and imagination.
    • Shot in Tehran, it blends monochrome visuals and VFX for clouds.
    • Asgari chooses to stay in Iran, valuing cultural authenticity.
    • Iranian filmmakers face funding challenges amid political pressures.
    • The film combines Iranian cinema's unique mix of fiction and reality.
    • Asgari prefers film discussions over political activism at festivals.
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