Iran to host 8th Varesh Intl. Filmfest.

SARI, Nov. 02 (MNA) – The 8th edition of Varesh International Short Film Festival will be hosted by Iran and attended by filmmakers from Caspian region countries. The international section of the festival is dedicated to the shared heritage of Caspian littoral states whose film productions deal with common religious, cultural, geographical and historical themes. The festival is aimed at promoting filmmaking on ritual, religious and folklore subjects, common topics between Iranian ethnic groups and other Caspian littoral states, as well as the shared heritage among these countries and the revival of an effective and mutual relation. The deadline for submission of works is December 6, 2014. The 8th edition of Varesh International Short Film Festival will take place on January 5, 2015 in Babol, Mazandaran Province. Filmmakers and producers can contact info@Vareshfestival.com for further information or registration to the festival.