Bahram Beyzai's masterpiece in the Venice Classics section.

The 82nd Venice International Film Festival pays tribute to Iranian cinema with the screening of “Bashu little stranger” (Bashu, gharibeye koochak) of the master Bahram Beyzai in the prestigious section Venice Classics.

A timeless work

Made in 1989, this masterpiece of Iranian cinema delicately and profoundly tells the story of Bashu, a boy from southern Iran who, during the Iran-Iraq war, loses his family and finds himself in the north of the country. Taken in by a kind woman, the young protagonist must navigate linguistic and cultural barriers in an emotional journey that touches on the universal themes of acceptance, identity, and human resilience.

International recognition

The film's inclusion in the Venice Classics 2025 section confirms the importance and relevance of this work, which has shaped the history of world cinema. Beyzai's film is celebrated not only as an artistic testament to a crucial historical period, but also as a poetic reflection on the themes of immigration and cultural integration.

A bridge between cultures

“Bashu, Little Stranger” represents an ideal bridge between cultures, showing how cinematic art can overcome every barrier and speak directly to the hearts of viewers around the world.