Cinema Museum

The Cinema Museum of Iran is located on Vali Asr Avenue in Tehran, housed in a beautifully restored Qajar-era mansion within a lush garden. The museum offers a comprehensive journey through Iranian cinema from its early 20th-century beginnings to contemporary films. Exhibits include vintage cameras, projectors, film posters, costumes, and personal belongings of iconic Iranian directors and actors such as Abbas Kiarostami and Mohammad Reza Golzar. The museum features several themed halls: the Hall of Pioneers, Hall of Directors, Hall of Actors, and a special section on animation. Visitors can watch clips from classic films in small screening rooms and explore a library of film-related books. The garden itself is a peaceful retreat, dotted with statues of cinema figures. The museum is a must-visit for film enthusiasts and those interested in Iranian culture, offering insight into how cinema has reflected and shaped modern Iran. The staff are knowledgeable and often provide guided tours in Persian and English.

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• See original film equipment including vintage cameras and editing machines
• View costumes and props from famous Iranian films
• Explore the Hall of Directors with tributes to Kiarostami, Makhmalbaf, and others
• Watch short film clips in the museum's screening rooms
• Stroll through the garden featuring statues of cinema legends

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• Photography is allowed in most areas, but flash may be prohibited near sensitive exhibits.
• Dress modestly as per Iranian customs; women should wear a headscarf.
• Guided tours in English are available, request at the ticket counter.
• Check opening hours before visiting, as they may vary on public holidays.

Un peu d'histoire

The museum opened in 2002 in the former home of the Iranian film producer and director Ebrahim Golestan. The building, originally a private residence from the late Qajar period, was renovated to house the museum's growing collection.