MOEIN RAHMANZADEH
Writer, Director, Producer
ARTISTIC APROACH
Rahmanzadeh’s approach to filmmaking is rooted in a belief in cinema as a space for ambiguity, observation, and personal interpretation.
His work often explores quiet tensions within ordinary relationships. These include grief, memory, guilt, identity, and experiences that resist simple answers. Rather than providing clear conclusions, he allows contradictions to remain present. This gives audiences space to form their own interpretations.
Visually, he is drawn to restrained compositions, naturalistic performances, silence, and duration. He also pays close attention to the emotional weight of seemingly insignificant moments. For him, form does not simply present a story. It also becomes part of the story itself.
Across filmmaking, writing, and color grading, he continues to seek a balance between precision and intuition. His films remain personal in their perspective while leaving room for different interpretations.
FILMOGRAPHY
Withered Pomegranates
2026 · Feature Film · Writer / Director / Producer
A Persian-language feature exploring grief, memory, family relationships, and the difficulty of living with unresolved questions.
It’s Not the Time
2024 · Feature Film · Writer / Director / Producer
Rahmanzadeh’s feature directorial debut. The film follows a young man who remains in his hometown as rumors of a catastrophic earthquake begin to spread.
FESTIVALS & AWARDS
International film festivals have selected Rahmanzadeh’s films and recognized his work across different categories.
His feature debut, It’s Not the Time (2024), received several awards. These include Best Screenplay at International Disaster Film Festival (UAFF), Best Asian Film at IndieFest, Best Feature at Milasa International Film Festival, and Best Feature and Best First Director at Nawada International Film Festival.
The film also earned a Best Debut nomination at World Film Festival Cannes. It reached the semifinal stage at the KingReview Film Festival as well.
Rahmanzadeh continues to develop and present his films through an independent, festival-oriented approach. He focuses on international audiences and alternative cinema.
FESTIVALS & AWARDS
Moein Rahmanzadeh founded Pyramoon Studio as an independent film production platform.
He created the studio to develop and produce films outside conventional production structures. For this reason, Pyramoon focuses on personal voices, unconventional stories, and a distinctly cinematic approach.
At the same time, Rahmanzadeh continues to develop his own films through Pyramoon. He also creates a framework for independent projects that share an interest in artistic freedom, experimentation, and international festival cinema.
In addition, the studio works across filmmaking, production, and post-production. As a result, each project has the time and space to develop its own visual and narrative language.
Contact
For film-related inquiries, professional collaborations, festival opportunities, or other projects, contact Moein Rahmanzadeh directly.
Our Core Values
At Pyramoon Studio, our values guide our mission to empower creativity and bridge connections in the cinematic world.
Creativity
We embrace and promote innovative storytelling, fostering an environment where unconventional ideas can flourish and inspire audiences globally.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnerships, working together with filmmakers and creatives to co-create transformative cinema that resonates deeply.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of honesty and transparency in our practices, ensuring trust and respect permeate every project we undertake.