Invitation to Networking Event:
Nowruz – A Celebration of Resilience and New Beginnings
We cordially invite you to a special networking event in celebration Nowruz on March 24, 2024! In collaboration with our partner THINKUP Connectivity e.V., a non-profit organization, we present the International Shortfilm Festival Women’s Empowerment. A selection of short films will be showcased, followed by a stimulating discussion on Women’s Empowerment and the challenges women face worldwide.
Date & Time: March 24, 2024 | 8 PM | doors open: 7:30 PM
Venue: Superraum | Brückstraße 64, 44135 Dortmund
Presentation of three short films, featuring special guest artist and filmmaker:
Shahram Karimi
A radiant star of artistic mastery
A star-quality artist, Shahram Karimi illuminates the glamorous world of creativity. His skills as a painter, film production designer, poet, and critic have made him an icon whose work spans over three decades, telling visual stories that capture the complexity of Iranian identity and the universal human experience. Like a contemporary Matisse, occasionally influenced by Picasso, Karimi unfolds his artistic vision in a multifaceted dance of colors and forms. He uses colors not just to describe surface textures but, like Matisse, as a means to convey the color sensations triggered by the impression of the subject on the artist.
Born amid the ancient whispers of Shiraz, Shahram Karimi’s artistic journey mirrors the vibrant tapestry of Iranian culture. Embracing the rich heritage of his homeland, Shahram’s work resonates with personal memories and national identity, woven together in a symphony of colors and emotions.
Trained as a painter, Shahram imbued his works with a unique depth, where each painting became a vibrant narrative. Yet, his artistic vision also found expression in film. Collaborating with renowned figures such as Shirin Neshat and Shoji Azari, he shaped films of timeless beauty and significance, including the award-winning “Women Without Men”.
Shahram Karimi worked particularly closely with director Richard Raymond on the film “Desert Dancer”, where his keen eye for detail and his ability to blend historical context with contemporary storytelling were clearly evident.
In addition to his film projects, Shahram Karimi is known for his work on “Empty Nets” (2023), “Logic of the Birds” (2002), “Windows” (2006), and “Open the Door” (2021). These works reflect his relentless search for new forms of expression as he continues to explore the boundaries between art and life, past and present.
Despite his success in the film industry, Shahram’s heart has always been devoted to painting. His works are poetic odes to the longing for the lost homeland, a homage to the past, and an invitation to self-reflection. Inspired by the rich tradition of Persian poetry, he weaves timeless verses into his artworks, connecting past and present in a unique way.
Today, as he travels between Germany, Iran, and the United States, Shahram continues his artistic journey, always seeking new ways to understand the world through the lens of his art. His paintings and films serve as bridges between cultures and generations, reminding us that the true beauty of humanity lies in its diversity and unity.
Shahram Karimi will enrich our Nowruz Festival and Short Film Presentation in Dortmund with his presence. We look forward to hearing his critical and precise comments on the short films. His participation promises to be an inspiring experience that not only provides insights into the world of film but also reflects on the development of the film scene in Iran. Shahram’s presence will enrich our event and celebrate cultural diversity.
Nowruz is celebrated in various countries with different rituals, forming a colorful mosaic of festivities and traditions. Within this diverse tapestry reflects the splendor of nature’s rebirth and the magic of communal unity, filling us with joy, unity, and certainty that together we can overcome any challenge fate may present us.