"When you look at nature, you see a hidden mystery that gives a special flavor to the photograph." ― Abbas Kiarostami From Abbas Kiarostami Director Added on 1/31/2026 About Abbas Kiarostami Abbas Kiarostami was an Iranian film director, screenwriter, poet, photographer, and film producer. An active filmmaker from 1970, Kiarostami had been involved in the production of over forty films, including shorts and documentaries Born: 1940-06-22 Died: 2016-07-04 View all quotes from Abbas Kiarostami