TEHRAN- The Film Museum of Iran, in collaboration with National Film Archive of Iran, is set to showcase parts of a restored version of "Ferdowsi", a biopic about the Persian poet directed by Abdolhossein Sepanta in 1934.

The screening is scheduled to take place at the Ferdows Hall of the museum at 5 pm on Tuesday in commemoration of Ferdowsi Day.

Following the screening, scholars Fariba Shokuhi and Hooman Shobeiri will provide insights and analysis of the film.

Considered one of the pivotal works in Iranian cinema history, the film has undergone restoration by the Film Archive of Iran.

This screening of the film is open to the public free of charge and welcomes film enthusiasts of the renowned Iranian poet.

Sepanta made the film after “Lor Girl”, the first sound film ever produced in the Persian language. It was produced by Ardeshir Irani and Sepanta under the Imperial Film Company in Bombay.

Ferdowsi, the poet of the epic Persian masterpiece Shahnameh, is celebrated every year on the 25th of Ordibehesht, which is Ferdowsi and Persian Language Commemoration Day on the Iranian calendar.

Ferdowsi, born in 940 CE in the city of Tus, eastern Iran, is celebrated as one of the greatest Persian poets and the author of the epic Shahnameh, also known as the Book of Kings. Comprising over 50,000 verses, this magnum opus recounts the mythical and historical tales of Iran from its creation to the Islamic conquest. Ferdowsi spent over three decades composing the Shahnameh, a labor of love and dedication to preserving Persian cultural heritage and language. His work not only became a cornerstone of Persian literature but also played a crucial role in revitalizing the Persian language during a time of Arab domination in Iran.

Ferdowsi's poetry is not only renowned for its literary excellence and storytelling prowess but also for its nationalistic and patriotic themes. Through his epic tales of ancient kings, heroes, and battles, Ferdowsi immortalized the virtues of bravery, honor, and loyalty. His emphasis on the timeless values of justice and righteousness continues to resonate with readers and audiences to this day, making him a revered figure in Iranian culture and history. Ferdowsi's enduring legacy as the "Homer of Iran" cements his status as a literary giant whose impact transcends generations and borders.

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