82nd Annual Golden Globes® LIVE COVERAGE.
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Amir Houshang Hashemi Tonkaboni

Dr. Amir Houshang Hashemi, has led a life of impact: blending Medicine, Cinema, and Cultural Innovation, manifesting a renaissance spirit. He is a true polymath, weaving a vibrant tapestry of achievements across medicine, filmmaking, journalism, and cultural leadership. From healing lives as a dedicated physician to crafting cinematic stories that resonate globally, his journey reflects an unrelenting passion for creativity, service, and excellence. With a career spanning continents and disciplines, Dr. Hashemi’s work is a testament to a life lived boldly and purposefully. Being recognized early for his brilliance, he was accepted in the National Organization for Development of Exceptional Talents – SAMPAD in Tehran. At just 17, he excelled in linguistic mastery as the youngest Professional English translation program in Tehran Azad University. In 1990, he graduated as a Medical Doctor. Later in Canada, he took Film Production course in the prestigious Vancouver Film School under distinguished mentors like Peter Marshall and John Pozer. Besides being an active member of the Iran Medical Council, his love for cinema led to directing & writing scripts for several short film projects during his student year, including Brit (2011, starring Michael Carl Richards). He is currently a member of the prestigious International Confederation of Arthouse Cinemas (CICAE). As a Voice in Journalism, he has worked as a critic, writer, and translator for Picture World Magazine since 1998. He was awarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024 by Hafez Movie & TV Awards for his literary and critical contributions. His reports on festivals such as Cannes & Asia Pacific, captured the pulse of global cinema in the last 28 years. His journey, is a Legacy of hard work, a celebration of resilience and vision. His work bridges cultures, heals communities, and inspires through art, leaving an indelible mark on the world.