The New York Times – Film:
The Islamic Revolutionary Court said the director of “Leila’s Brothers,” Saeed Roustaee, and the film’s other producer had been “participating in the opposition’s propaganda.”
Category: Iran
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An Olden Persian Wedding Custom Goes Modern
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The Sofreh Aghd is a symbolic wedding display that involves a variety of rituals. But many couples are choosing to add their own modern twist.
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The Iron Sheik, Villainous Hall of Fame Wrestler, Is Dead
The New York Times – Sports:
Khosrow Vaziri drew on his Iranian heritage to create a caricature of a Middle Eastern villain and became one of the most memorable heels in wrestling history.
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‘No Bears’ Review: A Film That Critiques Itself
The New York Times – Film:
The latest feature from Jafar Panahi, who is currently imprisoned in Iran, explores the subversive power and the ethical limitations of filmmaking.
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Pomegranates Brighten the Darkest Night of the Year
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
On the longest night of the year, the fruit represents light triumphing over darkness and ushers in brighter days ahead.
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The U.S. Cleared a Big World Cup Hurdle. The Knockout Round Poses Another.
The New York Times – Sports:
The U.S. victory over Iran sent it to the round of 16, with a match against the Netherlands on Saturday. The team already has much to be proud of.
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World Cup: England Beats Iran as Protests are Shunned
The New York Times – Sports:
Ticket confusion and the squelching of various forms of protest overshadowed a fairly routine victory.