Parviz Shahbazi - Crew

Born in 1962 in Tehran, Shahbazi is a filmmaking graduate of the Tehran Cinema College. During the early 80s he began writing short stories and directing short films. He edited several films and directed 12 shorts before making his first feature film, MOSAFERE JANOUB, in 1997. Malaria is his latest feature. His debut feature, as well as his second film, NAJVA (2000) has been screened at countless festivals bringing him international recognition and several awards along the way. In 2002 his third film, NAFAS-E AMIGH, was selected for the Directors’ Fortnight section of the Cannes Film Festival receiving great critical acclaim.