Ali Abbasi
Ali Abbasi is a Danish-Iranian film director known for his work on the acclaimed film 'The Apprentice.' He has recently been in the news due to a controversy stemming from an incident at a Golden Globes after-party, where he allegedly behaved inappropriately towards a well-known actor. In response to the situation, Abbasi publicly acknowledged his actions and issued an apology, stating that he misjudged the nature of his relationship with the individual involved. Despite the backlash, he clarified that his decision to part ways with his Hollywood agencies was unrelated to the incident, framing it as a long-term career choice rather than a reaction to recent events.
Born on Feb 21, 1979 (46 years old)
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Norway:
Ali Abbasi expresses his feelings of alienation in Scandinavian society and his intention to make a film about contemporary issues.
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Norway:
Ali Abbasi discusses his feelings of alienation in Scandinavian society and his plans for his next film.
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Greece:
Ali Abbasi directed the film 'The Apprentice', which portrays Donald Trump's early career.
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Pakistan:
Ali Abbasi contributes to a broader understanding of Iranian identity through his films.
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Pakistan:
Ali Abbasi blends inside and outside perspectives in his contributions to Iranian cinema.
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Greece:
Ali Abbasi is recognized as one of the most authentic voices in contemporary cinema, known for his bold, award-winning films.
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United Kingdom:
Ali Abbasi is the director of the Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice, which was blocked from release by the Indian censor board.
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Denmark:
Ali Abbasi is a Danish-Iranian filmmaker who opposes the Iranian regime and discusses his views on the conflict between Iran and the West.
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Australia:
Abbasi served as head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation from 2011 to 2013.
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Canada:
Opening his remarks by addressing his film’s director Ali Abbasi.
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