The Cinematic Voice of the Unseen
Cinema, at its core, is about revealing the unseen. Hesam Farahmand embodies this philosophy. His films are windows into the silent struggles of everyday life, where poetic realism meets raw social truth.
Initially studying electrical engineering, Farahmand realized circuits couldn't replace human stories. With nearly two decades in the commercial industry and over 1,000 campaigns directed, he mastered the art of precision storytelling—conveying deep emotions in mere seconds.
Farahmand made his directorial debut with RAHA (aka My Daughter's Hair), a searing examination of economic disparity, social indifference, and resilience. Hailed as a bold, uncompromising statement on the hidden fractures of society.
Watch the official trailer for My Daughter's Hair. Experience the atmosphere of the film.
In his review for Asian Movie Pulse, Andreas Ungerböck praises My Daughter’s Hair for its seamless transition from social realism to melodramatic noir, calling Hesam Farahmand’s debut “a gripping and emotionally powerful film.” He highlights the film’s strong performances—especially Shahab Hosseini—and the organic storytelling that reflects the best traditions of Iranian cinema.
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In her review for the Italian film magazine Taxidrivers, Veronica Neulichedl highlights My Daughter’s Hair as a deeply intimate and morally charged debut. She describes Farahmand’s film as a meditation on “repair” — not only of objects, but of relationships, dignity, and the fragile balance between justice and necessity. The review praises the film’s performances and its subtle blend of domestic drama and social critique.
Read Full Review (Italian) →Following the success of Raha, Hesam Farahmand reunites with Shahab Hosseini (Best Actor Winner, Cannes Film Festival) for his next feature film.
POTK is a social drama produced by Shahab Hosseini and written by Mohammad Ali Hosseini. Reflecting on their 20-year professional relationship, Hosseini describes Farahmand’s work as "suppressed emotion turned into a powerful screenplay."
