After 26 feature length films, Makhmalbaf is one of the most eclectic and eccentric figures of world cinema. Makhmalbaf is a fearless director, a true philosopher who dares to touch on subjects that many have shied away from. He explores the very foundation of cinema and what it takes to produce a film. His cinema explores the inherent struggle of the arts to remain relevant and even useful.
Makhmalbaf's movies often showcase the deep discomfort of the arts, and even though they are not always perfectly palatable, they always make a statement; sometimes overtly explicit, other times nuanced and subtle.
Throughout his career he has created unforgettable images and paved the way for new discourse. Here's a list of his 10 most remarkable films that every fan of international cinema should watch.
