Assimilated and accepted, Peter (Afshin) is finally in with the popular kids at a private school. But when a fresh-off-the-boat Iranian joins their hangout for a potential drug deal, he feels threatened and is driven to face the person behind the mask he's built to survive.
Screening Details:
narrative shorts. April 22nd 2026. 8:00am12:00pm. Venue to be announced.
Technical details
Narrative Short - Australia - 19 minutes 25 seconds - English (With subtitles)
Cast and Credits
Director - Erfan Behzadnia
Writer - Erfan Behzadnia
Producer - Jeremy Teh
Producer - Sally Long
Producer - Delilah Yu
DOP - Ivan Zhang
LVFF 2026 Award Nominations
Best Narrative Short
Director biography
- Erfan Behzadnia
Erfan Behzadnia is a first-generation Iranian-Australian filmmaker drawn to stories about people who live between worlds, always searching for a home. His work blends genres to explore identity, ambition, and moral contradiction.
Melted is a 20-minute drama-thriller about Iranian immigrants navigating assimilation, belonging, and sacrifice. It explores the psychological and moral tension of assimilation and how it can shape or distort who we become.