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Thursday 28 November
OT301-Ventilator Cinema // 19:00 // € 5
Dream Machine: AHRIMAN II
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
Open: 19:00 - 22:00 hrs
Tickets: € 5
Dream Machine: AHRIMAN II
Door open : 19:00
Movie start : 19:30
Q&A with Director Mani Nickpour and Exposition Info:
The balance between light and darkness is put to the test. In the aftermath of a war in the Middle
East, an innocent Water Carrier falls victim to the violence, her tragic death sending ripples through
time.
Nima, an ex-soldier now living in Amsterdam, is tormented by guilt and fragmented memories. To
find redemption, he must confront his past with the help of a mysterious Dream Machine—while
Ahriman, the evil spirit of chaos, tempts Nima through his minion Linda, luring him into darkness.
Centuries earlier, King Cyrus the Great battles Ahriman, setting into motion events that will resonate
with Nima's journey across time. Their destinies are woven together, and only by facing their deepest
fears can they restore the light.
AHRIMAN II: Dream Machine is a tale rooted in ancient mythology, blending Persian, Greek, and
Egyptian influences with the unique flair of Japanese MANGA storytelling.
To redeem himself, Nima, an ex-soldier haunted by guilt, must confront a dark spirit manipulating his
past and present with the help of a mysterious Dream Machine—a battle that began centuries ago
with King Cyrus against Ahriman, the spirit of chaos, threatening the balance between light and
darkness across time.
Director BIO:
Mani Nickpour is a Dutch-Persian filmmaker based in Amsterdam, known for his teaching at film
schools and for his debut two-part feature film "Ahriman: Death Before Dying" and "Ahriman II:
Dream Machine," which won 'Best Fantasy Award' at Kanazawa Film Festival in Japan and 'Best
Feature Film Award' at Phenomena International Film Festival in Brazil.
Mani's passion for filmmaking began early, influenced by his father, who was deeply involved in films.
At seven, Mani appeared in a feature film, sparking his love for storytelling. His father also plays a key
role in the Ahriman films, adding a personal touch to his debut.
Since 2007, Mani has taught camera technique , editing and compositing at film schools like Open
Studio and the Gerrit Rietveld Academy. He also founded HADOKEN, an audiovisual production
company producing corporate films, short fiction, and feature films.
Mani's work is inspired by ancient symbolism and mythology, which are recurring themes in his films.
He collaborates with musicians on soundtracks, often contributing to the music himself.
Cast & Crew
Mani Nickpour as Nima
Selma Copijn as Andromeda and Linda
Samantha van den Doel as the Water-Carrier
Juliet Cannegieter as Goddess Anahita
Masaki Naito as Yorishiro
Olena Uttai as Lady Uttai
Maree van der Linden as April
Lavinia Meijer as Angie
Saeid Nickpour as Doctor Razi
Shea Elmore as Spenta-Mainyu
Setsu Taichibana as Yume
Joost Knol - camera operator
Sierra Bloem - Assistent director and camera operator
Masood Banozade - camera operator
Alin Wishka - camera operator
Michael Williams - camera operator and producer (Japan)
David Bronkhorst - associate producer
Trailer
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Overtoom 301, 1054 HW Amsterdam, Netherlands, Overtoom 301, 1054 HW Amsterdam, Nederland,Amsterdam, Netherlands
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