The inaugural Lotus National Film & Theater Festival (Parvin Etesami Award) is calling for submissions until November 10, 2025. Held on Kish Island in winter 2025 under the direction of Maziyar Rezakhani, the festival celebrates women in cinema and theater, honoring female artists and male creators who explore women’s issues. Cinema entries in narrative, documentary, animation, and experimental formats are welcome, while the theater section is invitation-based.