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Panahi's Cannes Return Highlights Iran's Artistic Resistance
Jafar Panahi, an Iranian filmmaker imprisoned for activism, premiered his new film "A Simple Accident" at the Cannes Film Festival, his first international appearance in 15 years, showcasing the resilience of Iranian humor in the face of oppression and censorship.
Panahi's Cannes Return Highlights Iran's Artistic Resistance
Jafar Panahi, an Iranian filmmaker imprisoned for activism, premiered his new film "A Simple Accident" at the Cannes Film Festival, his first international appearance in 15 years, showcasing the resilience of Iranian humor in the face of oppression and censorship.
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Anura" Dominates 2025 Oscars; Iranian Filmmakers Win Animated Short
At the 2025 Oscars, "Anura" won five awards including Best Picture, while Iranian filmmakers won Best Animated Short for "In the Shadow of the Cypress," overcoming visa challenges; "Anura"'s success contrasts with "Completely Unknown's" eight nominations and zero wins.
Anura" Dominates 2025 Oscars; Iranian Filmmakers Win Animated Short
At the 2025 Oscars, "Anura" won five awards including Best Picture, while Iranian filmmakers won Best Animated Short for "In the Shadow of the Cypress," overcoming visa challenges; "Anura"'s success contrasts with "Completely Unknown's" eight nominations and zero wins.
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Human Connection Transcends Adversity: Iranian and French Films Offer Hope
Two films, the Iranian "My Favorite Sweet" and the French "And the Party Continues...," explore the importance of human connection, focusing on older adults facing social and political challenges in Tehran and Marseille, respectively. Both films emphasize the resilience of the human spirit and the o...
Human Connection Transcends Adversity: Iranian and French Films Offer Hope
Two films, the Iranian "My Favorite Sweet" and the French "And the Party Continues...," explore the importance of human connection, focusing on older adults facing social and political challenges in Tehran and Marseille, respectively. Both films emphasize the resilience of the human spirit and the o...
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Iranian Actress Zhaleh Aloo Dies at 97
Veteran Iranian actress Zhaleh Aloo passed away at age 97 on January 23, 2024, in Tehran, leaving behind a significant legacy in film, theater, radio, and television spanning over seven decades.
Iranian Actress Zhaleh Aloo Dies at 97
Veteran Iranian actress Zhaleh Aloo passed away at age 97 on January 23, 2024, in Tehran, leaving behind a significant legacy in film, theater, radio, and television spanning over seven decades.
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Panahi's "A Simple Accident" Competes at Cannes Amidst Imprisonment
Jafar Panahi's "A Simple Accident" will compete for the Palme d'Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival (May 16-27, 2024), marking his continued international presence despite facing imprisonment in Iran for "assembly and collusion" and "propaganda against the system".
Panahi's "A Simple Accident" Competes at Cannes Amidst Imprisonment
Jafar Panahi's "A Simple Accident" will compete for the Palme d'Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival (May 16-27, 2024), marking his continued international presence despite facing imprisonment in Iran for "assembly and collusion" and "propaganda against the system".
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Rotterdam Film Festival Showcases Award-Winning Films, Celebrates Veteran Directors
The 2024 Rotterdam Film Festival showcased Oscar-nominated films like "I'm Still Here" (Brazil) and "Seed of the Sacred Fig" (Iran), highlighting political themes and featuring renowned directors such as Costa Gavras (92 years old) presenting his new film "Last Breath".
Rotterdam Film Festival Showcases Award-Winning Films, Celebrates Veteran Directors
The 2024 Rotterdam Film Festival showcased Oscar-nominated films like "I'm Still Here" (Brazil) and "Seed of the Sacred Fig" (Iran), highlighting political themes and featuring renowned directors such as Costa Gavras (92 years old) presenting his new film "Last Breath".
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The Seed of the Sacred Fig": A Family's Struggle Under Iranian Censorship
The Seed of the Sacred Fig," a 168-minute film written and directed by Mohammad Rasoulof, portrays a Tehran family's struggle with government censorship, interweaving their personal conflict with real-world protest footage; its release comes as Rasoulof and the Iranian cast are in exile.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig": A Family's Struggle Under Iranian Censorship
The Seed of the Sacred Fig," a 168-minute film written and directed by Mohammad Rasoulof, portrays a Tehran family's struggle with government censorship, interweaving their personal conflict with real-world protest footage; its release comes as Rasoulof and the Iranian cast are in exile.
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Iranian Film "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" Shortlisted for Oscars Representing Germany
Mohammad Rasoulof's "The Seed of the Sacred Fig," an Iranian thriller about state violence and censorship inspired by the 2022 Iranian protests, is Germany's submission for the 2024 Oscars' Best International Feature Film category; the film was shot in secret in Iran, and Rasoulof escaped the countr...
Iranian Film "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" Shortlisted for Oscars Representing Germany
Mohammad Rasoulof's "The Seed of the Sacred Fig," an Iranian thriller about state violence and censorship inspired by the 2022 Iranian protests, is Germany's submission for the 2024 Oscars' Best International Feature Film category; the film was shot in secret in Iran, and Rasoulof escaped the countr...
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