Dariush Mehrjui
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Dariush Mehrjui (December 8, 1939 - October 14, 2023) also spelled as Mehrjui Mehrjoui, and Mehrjuyi, was an Iranian director, screenwriter, producer, and film editor. Mehrjui was a founding member of the Iranian New Wave movement of the early 1970s. His second film, The Cow, is considered to be the first film of this movement, which also included Masoud Kimiai and Nasser Taqvai. Most of his films are inspired by literature and adapted from Iranian and foreign novels and plays. On October 14, 2023, Mehrjui and his wife were found murdered in their home in the city of Karaj, near Tehran.
Best Dariush Mehrjui Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dariush Mehrjui's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dariush Mehrjui.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sunset Somberness | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | New Wave | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Mehrjui: The Forty-Year Report | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Iran: A Cinematographic Revolution | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Cinema Iran | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Summit of the Wave | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Mirror of the Soul | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Green Cold | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Dariush Mehrjui: Making of the Cow | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Fannizadeh | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Dariush Mehrjui - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dariush Mehrjui?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dariush Mehrjui is "Iran: A Cinematographic Revolution" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Dariush Mehrjui acted in?
Dariush Mehrjui has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dariush Mehrjui?
Other notable films include "Cinema Iran", "Mehrjui: The Forty-Year Report", and "Dariush Mehrjui: Making of the Cow".