Tareque Masud

Bangladeshi film director and producer

Tareque Masud - Bangladeshi film director and producer
Born

1957
68 years ago

Died

August 13th, 2011
14 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Bangladesh

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A prominent figure in the Bangladeshi film industry, Masud directed and produced several influential films. His work often focused on social issues and cultural themes within Bangladesh. Masud's notable feature film, 'Matir Moina' (The Clay Bird), won the UNESCO Fellini Medal and was Bangladesh's first official entry for the Academy Awards. His filmography includes various documentaries and short films that contributed to the art of cinema in Bangladesh. In addition to filmmaking, Masud was involved in film education and training for aspiring filmmakers in the country.

Directed 'Matir Moina' (The Clay Bird)

Won UNESCO Fellini Medal

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