Iran Celebrates Jafar Panahi's Cannes Palme d’Or Triumph

TL;DR
Jafar Panahi returned to Iran as a hero after winning the Cannes Palme d'Or for his film 'It Was Just an Accident,' despite past restrictions and political tensions, highlighting his resilience and the ongoing struggle for artistic and personal freedom in Iran.
- Jafar Panahi returns to Iran in triumph after Cannes Palme d’Or win The Guardian
- ‘Un Simple Accident’ Wins Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival The New York Times
- Iran summons French diplomat over praise of Palme d’Or-winning film AP News
- The 78th Festival de Cannes winners’ list Festival de Cannes
- Jeremy Strong Says Serving on Cannes Jury Was ‘Like “Conclave” With Champagne’ and Celebrates Palme d’Or Winner ‘It Was Just an Accident’: It ‘Changed Me’ Variety
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