Mona Mehrjooi’s Empowering Journey: Unveiling Dariush Mehrjui’s Cinematic Legacy on Hormoz Island
2022 ‘Kill me’ Speech and Artistic Freedom
In March 2022, Mehrjui boldly challenged state censorship, making a passionate declaration in front of a cinema crowd. The filmmaker’s courageous “kill me” speech echoed his unwavering commitment to artistic freedom and opposition to stifling censorship.
Tragic End and Enduring Impact
The tragic end came on October 14, 2023, when Dariush Mehrjui and his wife were found stabbed to death in their villa in Meshkin Dasht, Karaj. The motive remains undisclosed, leaving a somber chapter in Mehrjui’s legacy. However, the impact of his work and the unfolding chapters of Mona Mehrjooi’s life continue to shape Iranian cinema.
January 8, 2024 | 6:57 pm
