Black Seed (Daneye Siaah)

One of Khosravani’s most celebrated works, Black Seed, is a deeply moving story about family, loss, and human connection. The film follows the journey of an elderly grandmother who, on the night of her death, entrusts a valuable diamond to her grandson, Sam, an eight-year-old with Down syndrome. This seemingly simple act sets off a tense and emotional chain of events as her sons seek to reclaim what they believe to be their rightful possession. Through its powerful storytelling, the film challenges perceptions of family loyalty, legacy, and social norms.

crafting films that reflect raw human experiences and untold narratives. His debut short film, Black Seed (Daneye Siaah) (2023), has received international acclaim, earning awards at the Tacoma Film Festival (USA), Fort Smith International Film Festival (USA), and Festival Tulipani di Seta Nera (Italy). His ability to blend poetic visual storytelling with intense emotional depth has made him a rising figure in contemporary cinema.