
Asal Setayesh is an Iranian documentary filmmaker, writer, and researcher based in Shiraz,Iran.
Her research-driven cinema explores cultural memory, identity, traditional heritage, and underrepresented human stories—with a special focus on women. Her portfolio includes the series Persian Handicrafts and the feature documentary Daughters of Old Shiraz.
Widely acclaimed on the international circuit, her work has earned multiple awards, honors, and critical recognition across global film festivals.