The 37th Isfahan International Festival of Children and Youth Films has officially announced the nominees for its short fiction and animation competition sections, just ahead of the closing ceremony.
According to IBland’s news, the announcement was made by the festival’s public relations office on October 6, 2025, and highlights a selection of outstanding works in Iranian short fiction and animation that have captured the attention of juries and audiences alike.
Nominees for Best Short Fiction Film
- “Box of Sweet and Sour” – Directed by Hanieh Zangaraki Farahani, produced by Behrad Rezazadeh
- “Bitoora” – Directed by MohammadFaraj Salehi, produced by MohammadMahdi Abazari
- “Tah-Bari” – Directed and produced by Hossein Pourkhalili
- “The Angel and the Hunter” – Directed by Navid Solati, produced by Mohajer Tohidparast
- “Everyday Homework” – Directed by Amir Rooini, produced by Sajad EntezariMahdi
Nominees for Best Animated Short Film
- “Walls Have No Reverse Side” – Directed and produced by Akbar Torabpour
- “Kargoosh” – Directed and produced by Reza Sarbakhsh and Ali Jamali Motlagh
- “Mahya” – Directed and produced by Amir Feyzi
The awards ceremony for both short fiction and animation categories will take place on Monday, October 6, 2025, in Isfahan, marking the official conclusion of these competition sections.
The presence of diverse themes and creative storytelling in this year’s short fiction and animation lineup showcases the depth and richness of Iranian talent in youth cinema.
Source: Mehrnews