Jafar Panahi's gripping thriller, "It Was Just an Accident," secured the prestigious Palme d'Or award at the Cannes Film Festival.
This powerful Iranian film courageously confronts themes of corruption and state-sanctioned violence within the nation.
Panahi, a renowned dissident filmmaker, has faced imprisonment and travel restrictions due to his outspoken art.
The film’s exploration of justice resonated deeply with festival viewers, resulting in a thunderous standing ovation.