Mehran Zeinatbakhsh Passes Away; The Art World in Shock

Reported by Rokna: Mehran Zeinatbakhsh, born in 1968, has passed away, leaving the Iranian art community in deep mourning. He was a graduate of the filmmaking program at the Ferdows Garden Film Education Center and began his artistic career in 1986. Over the years, he worked in various fields including photography, cinematography, and acting. Zeinatbakhsh held significant roles in numerous artistic disciplines such as screenwriting, documentary filmmaking, and the production of promotional films.

Renowned Documentaries by Zeinatbakhsh
His name is closely associated with two notable documentaries: My Village (Ghariyeh-ye Man), which portrays the life of Fereydoun Foroughi, and Snow (Barf), a documentary that captures the life of Farhad Mehrad. These works stand out as some of his most distinguished contributions to the documentary genre.

A Tragic End for a Devoted Artist
After battling illness for some time, Zeinatbakhsh passed away on July 28. His death has left a significant impact on Iran’s artistic and cultural circles.

Condolence Message from the Documentary Film Development Center
The Documentary, Experimental, and Animation Film Center expressed its condolences to Zeinatbakhsh’s family, friends, and colleagues through an official statement, calling his passing a profound loss for the world of documentary cinema.