The Pretender

The Pretender
Directed byRamin Hosseinpour | رامین حسینپور
Directed by
Ramin Hosseinpour | رامین حسینپور
The Pretender is a short animated documentary that revisits the life of Attar of Nishapur during the Mongol invasions of the 13th century. Blending cinema with architecture and rock music, the film follows a symbolic journey through the Seven Cities of Love, where Attar reflects on the mystical insights of Sufi philosophy.
short film
documentary film
animation
Last Updated: February 2, 2026