Portraitist

This is one of the best film we ever had in our Festival. In our 7th edition it won the prize as best film, best film joung jury, best main actor and pubblic award. Thanks to the director Cyrus Neshvad.

Portraitist is a beautifully constructed drama that touches the heart with well-earned poignancy. The realistically portrayed misunderstandings between a grandfather, son, and grand-daughter use the conceit of an artist's neglect of family to power an intricate storyline and gorgeous visuals. I've seen this film three times at different festivals, and every time it's been a delight. Well worth seeing.

Portraitist is a cinematically beautiful film about lost time, family dynamics, art, sickness, health, hope and so many other aspects of life. Winner of the Audience Choice award at the Kansas International Film Festival, this short was the hot topic after the screening. If you have the opportunity to see this, you will not be dissapointed.

Portraitist is a visually stunning and extremely well directed heart warming film. It's an absolute must watch. 10 out of 10!!!

Cyrus Neshvad's award winning short film, Portraitist, is both beautiful and heartbreaking - a MUST see for everyone. Portraitist reminds us that there's more to life than what the surface presents and that love for another person can reveal itself in many different ways - whether it be the love a grandfather holds for his granddaughter or a son for his father. The film also reminds us of the importance of art and that we must never underestimate the power of a portrait.