If your idea of a good afternoon at the cinema involves having your mind pleasantly scrambled, make tracks for Lighthouse Cinema, where acclaimed experimental filmmaker Rouzbeh Rashidi is hosting an in-depth three-hour masterclass exploring a decade of his work.
Part film essay, part conversation and part deep dive into the creative process, the session traces the Iranian-Irish filmmaker’s evolution from Only Human (2009) to Luminous Void: Docudrama (2019), using clips from eleven feature films to unpack the ideas, techniques and philosophies behind one of Ireland’s most singular cinematic voices.
Working far beyond the conventions of mainstream filmmaking, Rashidi’s work explores memory, identity, exile and perception through dreamlike imagery, fractured narratives and striking visual experimentation. Expect degraded film textures, blurred realities and plenty to ponder long after the credits roll.
The afternoon wraps up with an extended audience Q&A, offering the chance to delve even deeper into Rashidi’s unique creative world.
One for aspiring filmmakers, devoted cinephiles and those curious about the more adventurous corners of Irish cinema, this is a rare opportunity to hear directly from an artist whose work continues to challenge how we experience film.
August also sees Rashidi teaching a five-day masterclass at EFS Film School, Dublin 7 Experimental and Personal Filmmaking. The event runs from August 17th – 21st. Details here.
