LEADERSHIP TEAM
Dr. Ali Ghahary
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Ali's passion for storytelling has been the inception of his career in the film industry both in front of and behind the lens, from an acting and production capacity. His interest in science and human physiology, along with a deep desire to help individuals in fundamental and meaningful ways, lead him towards an evolving career in motion pictures
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Fight Club (1999) - David Fincher
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“Your training is nothing. Will is everything. The will to act” - Batman Begins
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CEO/EP
Massoud Abbasi
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Massoud holds an MBA and is a seasoned finance and technology professional but his original passion is philosophy and literature, in which he holds a BA. A published author, his love for storytelling is central to his being and as such his love of film as its primary medium today is profound. His technical education and experience along with his creative core render him an astute operator in the world of cinema.
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Vanilla Sky, Cameron Crowe, 2001
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“Don't get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner” Robert DeNiro, Heat
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Massoud@DamavandPictures.com
COO/EP
Salma Kashani
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Salma is a skilled producer with a Master's in Computer Engineering and Bachelor's in Environmental Design from University of British Columbia. Her experience as an entrepreneur and founder of an eco-friendly fashion brand, and in fast-paced tech startups have prepared her well for the demands of a production company. She brings a unique blend of technical and creative skills, and is able to drive innovation and growth in any project.
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Inception (2010) - Christopher Nolan
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“The way it works is, you do the thing you’re scared shitless of, and you get the courage AFTER you do it, not before you do it.” - Archie Gates, Three Kings
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