Iranian filmmaker Payam Shokouhirad’s short film marks its fourth international festival appearance.
The short film INDUCERE, written and directed by Iranian filmmaker Payam Shokouhirad, has been officially selected for the CSFCCA International AI Film Festival 2026 in Taiwan, marking the film’s fourth international festival appearance.
The festival celebrates creative and artistic achievements in AI-powered cinema, bringing together filmmakers and visual storytellers exploring the evolving possibilities of artificial intelligence in filmmaking.
INDUCERE tells the story of a woman who awakens with the identity of a mother but no memory of her past. As she gradually embraces her apparent role as the mother of a young girl, she experiences a day shaped by maternal love. The following day, however, her identity is changed by those conducting an ongoing experiment, beginning another cycle in a seemingly endless process.
Through its speculative narrative, the film explores identity, memory, emotional attachment, and the nature of human experience.
The festival selection adds another international milestone to Shokouhirad’s filmmaking journey, bringing INDUCERE to a platform dedicated to innovative approaches to AI-powered cinema.
References
• CSFCCA International AI Film Festival — Official Website
• INDUCERE — IMDb
• Iran Film Port — Festival Announcement