documentary
that showcases numerous examples of some 7000 years of Iran's celebrated
culture, art and architecture
IRAN: Seven Faces of a Civilization
By Farzin Rezaeian
Film Screening
Drawing on historical and archeological evidence, this fascinating documentary
by Dr. Farzin Rezaeian reconstructs 7,000 years of Iranian history. Produced by
the makers of Persepolis Recreated, the film?s advanced animation techniques
bring ancient wonders to life, giving an unprecedented look at Iran?s historical
and cultural achievements.
In his accompanying book, Rezaeian has reconstructed the major monuments from
seven key periods in Iranian history, bringing to life the settings in which
Iranian civilization developed and the context through which the greatest
figures of Iranian history, from Cyrus the Great (the Achaemenid Emperor) to
Shah Abbas (the Safavid King), can be understood.
The package, available for purchase during the event, includes a
Persian/English narrative book and DVD film, showcasing Iran's art and
architectural heritage with excellent graphic reconstructions superimposed on
the actual architectural remains from 4000 B.C. to the 17th century A.D.
Monday, November 5, 2007
12:00pm
PRESTON AUDITORIUM
1818 H Street NW,Washington DC, 20433
For non bank staff, please RSVP to infoShopevents@worldbank.org
Opening remarks by
Daniela Gressani
Regional Vice President of Middle East and North Africa Region, World Bank
Presented by filmmaker
Farzin Rezaeian
Farzin Rezaeian is an award-winning documentarian and educational film producer
and director. He studied sociology, political science and communications at the
University of Illinois in Chicago. For the past twenty years he has researched
and written for many educational and documentary films that he has produced or
directed.
Discussed by
Farrukh Iqbal
Sector Manager, Social and Economic Development Department, Middle East and
North Africa Region
Farrukh Iqbal is a Sector Manager in the Middle East and North Africa region of
the World Bank. He has more than twenty years of experience with the Bank
across a diverse range of countries (including Korea, Philippines, Indonesia,
China, Egypt, and Iran) and a broad range of topics (including structural
adjustment programs, small and medium enterprises, local government development
and poverty). He has a bachelor?s degree from Harvard University and a Ph. D.
in economics from Yale University. His present responsibilities cover many
aspects of economic development in Iran.
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