Roqe Ep. 341 - Max Jamali, Cyrus International Film Fest

A new edition of Roqe featuring award-winning photographer and mixed-media luxury artist, Max Jamali. Max joins Jian live in the Roqe Studio for a conversation about his art, his business approach, and his popular events and exhibitions. Later, Iranian-Canadian film expert and CEO of the Cyrus International Film Festival, Dr. Amir Ganjavie, along with Executive Director Dr. Javad Panah, join Jian to discuss a festival that has grown in stature and prominence, showcasing hundreds of films from Iran, by Iranians, and by other Middle Eastern and diverse voices over the years. This weekend, Oct 12-14, marks the latest incarnation of the Cyrus Fest. Plus, Pegah and Jian discuss the existential question of unity among the Iranian diaspora, the struggles of getting camera-ready for this season of Roqe.