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Mohammad Rasoulof

Mohammad Rasoulof

Director · born 16 November 1972 · Shiraz, Iran

Mohammad Rasoulof (Persian: محمد رسول‌اف; born November 16, 1972; Shiraz) is an Iranian independent filmmaker. He is known for several award-winning films, including The Twilight (2002), Iron Island (2005), Goodbye (2011), Manuscripts Don't Burn (2013), A Man of Integrity (2017) and There Is No Evil (2020). For the latter, he won the Golden Bear at the 2020 Berlin Film Festival.

He has been arrested several times and had his passport confiscated, as the nature and content of his films has brought him into conflict with the Iranian Government. In May 2024, Mohammad Rasoulof was sentenced by the Islamic Republic to 8 years in prison, whipping, and a fine. Rasoulof fled to an undisclosed location in Europe after the sentencing.

Where to start: The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024).

As director 12

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Mohammad Rasoulof movie?

By viewer score, The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024) at 7.5/10.

What are Mohammad Rasoulof’s most popular movies?

The Seed of the Sacred Fig, There Is No Evil, A Man of Integrity.

How many movies has Mohammad Rasoulof made?

12 films on TMDB, 12 as director.

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