NO FRIEND BUT THE MOUNTAINS
Status: Late development
Director: Yaser Talebi
Producer: Setareh Lundgren
Genre: Documentary
Countries of production: Iran, Sweden
Logline
In northern Iran, the last two nomadic herders live in the Hyrcanian forests.
Abandoned by their children, the survival of their millennia-old way of life is now in jeopardy.
About the Director
Yaser Talebi, Director, born in Sari, Northern Iran. With two decades of experience in filmmaking, Talebi has established himself as a significant voice in both Iranian and international cinema, crafting films that deeply engage with social, cultural, and human issues.
Selected award-winning films include DESTINY (2022) and BELOVED (2018), which have been featured and awarded at prestigious film festivals such as IDFA, Berlinale, Krakow, and Hot Docs.
THE PROMISE (CO-PRODUCTION)
Status: Work in progress
Director: Zahavi Sanjavi,
Producer: Setareh Lundgren
Genre: Documentary
Countries of production: Iraq, Sweden
Director Yaser Talebi
Logline
After three years of sexual captivity, a young girl escapes ISIS, learns her father is dead,
and must choose between family duty and her own happiness.
About the Director
Zahavi Sanjavi, Director, was born in 1967 in Arbil, Kurdistan, Iraq. His educational background at the All-Russian State University of Cinematography in Moscow has equipped him with the skills necessary to craft compelling documentary narratives that address social and human issues. His films, including Imad's Childhood (2021) and The Return (2016), have garnered international recognition and have been showcased at prominent film festivals.
TWO SISTERS
Status: Work-in-progress
Director: Farahbakhsh Farhidnia
Producers: Setareh Lundgren and Yaser Talebi
Genre: Documentary
Countries of production: Iran, Sweden
Director Yaser Talebi
Logline
Two older sisters fight to protect their ancestral home from destruction. A film about heritage, love, and standing strong in the face of danger.
About the Director
Farahbakhsh Farahidnia makes his Directorial debut with Two Sisters, demonstrating his talent for uncovering extraordinary subjects. Initially recognized in narrative cinema, he has evolved into one of Iran's most skilled documentary cinematographers. His impressive filmography includes documentaries such as No Friend But the Mountains (2026), The Long Winter (2024), Sarnevesht (2022), I Won’t Remain Alone (2021) and Migratory Swallows (2020).
BANGLA DREAMS
Status: Work in progress
Director: Masud Akhond & Nicklas Karpaty
Producer: Setareh Lundgren
Genre: Documentary
Countries of production: Bangladesh, Sweden
Logline
Two young women in Dhaka dream of escaping the textile industry - a film of friendship, resilience, and the fight for a better future.
Director Yaser Talebi
About the Directors
Masud Akhond is an award-winning director from Dhaka, Bangladesh, with over 20 years of experience. His work includes feature films and documentaries, deeply inspired by his upbringing in Bangladesh.
Nicklas Karpaty is an experienced cinematographer trained at the film schools in Norway and Sweden. With over two decades in the industry, he has worked on internationally recognized projects, known for his technical expertise and artistic vision.
HAIR (FATHER I SEE YOU)
Status: Work in progress
Director: Maryam Ebrahimi
Producer: Setareh Lundgren
Genre: Documentary
Country of production: Sweden
Director Maryam Ebrahimi
