Axtaar’s team is a passionate and creative group of artists and technicians, dedicated to bringing imagination to life through the power of animation and visual effects. With expertise in 2D, 3D, and stop motion animation techniques, as well as VFX services, our team is equipped to handle every aspect of the creative process, from conceptualization and storyboarding to animation and post-production. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, working closely with clients to ensure that every project is a unique and engaging reflection of their vision. With a focus on innovation, creativity, and storytelling, the Axtaar team is committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with animation and VFX.
Axtaar is owned by Vcast, an investor of the company.
Our vision at Axtaar is to become a leading animation and VFX studio. We aim to be at the forefront of innovation in the industry, constantly pushing the boundaries and exploring new frontiers.
At Axtaar, our mission is to create captivating and inspiring visuals. We strive to push the boundaries of what’s possible, exploring new techniques and technologies to bring our creative visions to life.
“Bringing imagination to life” is our motto at Axtaar. We strive to infuse each frame with imagination and creativity, creating visuals that spark the imagination and fuel the soul.
Founded in 2004, Axtaar began creating animations and commercials. Their debut animated short film, Iranian Chat, directed by Amir Saharkhiz, won the Special Jury Award at the Tehran International Animation Festival and the Golden Prize for Best Animation at the Iranian Cinema Academy, with additional nominations for Best Script and Best Experimental movie.
We won Best Visual Effects at the Iranian Cinema Academy Awards for our work on "Leila's Dream," a horror film directed by Mehrdad Mirfallah, in which we created a mysterious and melancholic environment.
Within just two years of moving to a new location and expanding our services, we became a favorite among new wave Iranian directors. Asghar Farhadi's About Elly was one of the first movies to use our visual effects services and was a major hit, winning the Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival and many more awards.
We provided visual effects for Mokhtarnameh, directed by Davood Mirbaghery, the biggest epic/history TV series ever produced in Asia continent, consisting of more than 4000 shots and 800 minutes, which is still a favorite among audiences and gets occasional screenings.
We had the honor to provide visual effect shots for A Separation, directed by Asghar Farhadi, which made history as the first Iranian movie to win an Oscar and was also nominated for Best Screenplay.
We won Crystal Simorgh and Golden Butterfly awards in the Best Visual Effects category for our work on Greetings to the Angels, including creating mischievous mice, a flying messenger with a motorcycle, a dead grandpa haunting the whole family, and the good and evil angels.
We won the Golden Butterfly Award for Best Artistic Achievement in Isfahan Children Film Festival for the second year in a row, for our work on Time Travel, directed by Amir Shahab Razavian, which follows a boy's journey to change his future by altering his father's past.
We conducted the digital restoration of Albert Lamorisse's The Lovers' Wind, meticulously refining details and removing artifacts before undergoing a precise color grading process to restore the masterpiece to its original state.
We were awarded Best TV Series at the 12th Tehran Animation Festival for our Chiya episode titled 'Chiya Doesn't Drink Milk'.
As a leading visual effects, animation, color grading, and film post-production studio based in Tehran, Iran, we have expanded our services to the Middle East, Africa, and Europe and are eager to pursue more fruitful collaborations worldwide.
At Axtaar, our team is made up of highly skilled and passionate artists and technicians, who share a common goal: to create captivating and inspiring animated content that resonates with audiences of all ages. With a focus on storytelling and innovation, we specialize in 2D, 3D, and stop motion animation, as well as VFX services, and are dedicated to bringing imagination to life through the power of animation. Our team works closely with clients at every stage of the creative process, from conceptualization and storyboarding to animation and post-production, to ensure that every project is a unique and engaging reflection of their vision. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for creativity, the Axtaar team is driven to push the boundaries of what’s possible with animation and VFX.
Axtaar produces short films, feature-length productions, and TV series for audiences of all ages.
Axtaar produces short films, feature-length productions, and TV series for audiences of all ages.
Axtaar's process for creating animated content involves conceptualization, storyboarding, character design, animation, and post-production. Our team collaborates closely with clients throughout each stage of the process.
Axtaar stands out for our commitment to storytelling and innovation. Our team of talented artists is passionate about crafting unique and captivating narratives, and we are constantly exploring new techniques and technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible with animation.
Yes, Axtaar can create custom animations for businesses or organizations to help promote their products or services. Please contact us through our website to discuss your specific needs.
Innovation Factory, Tehran
Phone number: +982146116027
info@axtaar.com