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Abbas Kiarostami - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 22, 1940 |
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| Died | July 04, 2016 (age 76) |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Abbas Kiarostami's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Directing influential films such as 'Taste of Cherry', 'Close-Up', and 'The Wind Will Carry Us'. |
Intro
Abbas Kiarostami was an acclaimed Iranian film director, screenwriter, and photographer, recognized internationally for his influential work in world cinema. Renowned for a poetic and minimalist style, he was celebrated for films that explored the human experience and everyday life in Iran.
Early Life & Background
Abbas Kiarostami was born in Tehran, Iran, on June 22, 1940. He grew up in a middle-class family and studied at the University of Tehran’s Faculty of Fine Arts, where he developed an early interest in painting and design.
Career Highlights
- Directed over 40 films, including features, shorts, and documentaries.
- Won the Palme d'Or at the 1997 Cannes Film Festival for 'Taste of Cherry'.
- Received international critical acclaim for films such as 'Where Is the Friend's Home?' and 'The Wind Will Carry Us'.
- Awarded the Praemium Imperiale by the Japan Art Association in 2004.
Trivia
- Kiarostami was also a poet and published several volumes of poetry.
- He often used non-professional actors and real locations in his films.
- Kiarostami's work remained largely censored within Iran despite his international recognition.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Abbas Kiarostami born?
Abbas Kiarostami was born the 22 June 1940.
Where is Abbas Kiarostami from?
Tehran, Iran.
On His Birth-Day
About June 22nd, 1940, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 22, 1940, the French government signed an armistice with Nazi Germany in the Compiègne Forest, symbolizing France's defeat. This event was marked by the same location where Germany had surrendered in World War I.
- Day of the week: June 22nd, 1940 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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