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Deep Dive: Taarikhaneh (2018)

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Taarikhaneh
Taarikhaneh presents the destruction of the Ali Akbar Sanati Museum, where all works of the Iranian painter and sculptor were lost. The film connects this event to the tragic fire at Rex Cinema on Mordad 28, 1332, where many people died. It uses experimental fiction to weave together images of the last survivor of the Sanati Museum and sculptures representing prisoners. The film also incorporates voices from the history of Iranian cinema, spanning from the Sasanian era to the Constitution and the Islamic Revolution. This narrative structure creates a unique reflection on the impact of historical events on art and culture in Iran.

Why Watch

  • See the aftermath of the Ali Akbar Sanati Museum's destruction.
  • Find out about the Rex Cinema fire's historical impact.
  • Meet the last survivor of the Sanati Museum through art.

Did You Know

The Ali Akbar Sanati Museum was completely destroyed.
On Mordad 28, 1332, many people were burned alive in the Rex Cinema fire.
The film connects events from the Sasanian era to the Islamic Revolution.

Perfect For

Iranian art historyCinema enthusiastsExperimental film fans