Mostafa Aleahmad

Mostafa Aleahmad (Persian: مصطفی آل احمد; born 23 August 1970) is an Iranian filmmaker, screenwriter, and painter. He was arrested on 8 July 2022 after signing a statement known as the "Put Down Your Gun" declaration.

Life and career Aleahmad was born on 23 August 1970 in Tehran. He studied painting and performing arts and began working in Iranian cinema during the 1990s as a production and costume designer. He has directed several short films, animations, and documentaries that have been screened at international festivals such as Montreal, Busan, Tokyo, Nyon, Tampere, and Montecatini.

Reactions His arrest prompted criticism from Iranian and international artists, cultural organizations, and human rights groups. The Iranian House of Cinema and several global film associations issued statements demanding his release. Aleahmad was later released on bail after several weeks in detention.

Filmography The Shell (Pooste) – Feature film (Writer, Director, Designer) Multiple short films, documentaries, and animations presented at international festivals

Publications Surrealism: The Concept of Artistic Aesthetics (1997)