We are deeply saddened by the passing of Béla Tarr, one of the most singular and influential voices in world cinema.

In 2017, Béla Tarr was welcomed to the Silk Road International Film Festival as part of SRIFF Honours, delivering a masterclass at Trinity College Dublin. The masterclass was supported by Trinity College Dublin and Screen Skills Ireland (formally Screen Training Ireland), reflecting a shared commitment to artistic excellence, film education, and international cultural exchange.

Renowned for landmark works including Sátántangó, Werckmeister Harmonies, and The Turin Horse, Tarr reshaped the language of cinema, urging audiences to slow down, to observe, and to engage with the deeper moral and philosophical dimensions of human existence. Beyond his extraordinary body of work, he was a devoted teacher and mentor whose influence continues through generations of filmmakers worldwide.

We remember Béla Tarr with deep gratitude and respect. His legacy endures through his films, his teaching, and the lasting impact he made on those who had the privilege to learn from him.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Founders & Directors of Silk Road International Film Festival

Carla Mooney, Delwyn Mooney & Steinar Oli Jonsson

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