The New York Times – Travel:
Hundreds of thousands have been stranded since the conflict started. The United States urged Americans to leave and said on Tuesday it was “actively working on plans” to help them do so.
Category: Iran
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Bahram Beyzaie, Filmmaker Who Led Iran’s New Wave, Dies at 87
The New York Times – Film:
Despite a ceaseless battle against government censors, he was celebrated as one of his country’s greatest auteurs, winning praise from luminaries like Martin Scorsese.
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Jafar Panahi, Who Filmed in Secret in Iran, Wins Big at Gotham Awards
The New York Times – Film:
He won best director, original screenplay and international feature for “It Was Just an Accident.” Best feature went to “One Battle After Another.”
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‘Cutting Through Rocks’ Review: The Only Way Out
The New York Times – Film:
A documentary about Sara Shahverdi, the first woman elected to the council of her village in Iran, is propelled by her no-nonsense resourcefulness.
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How Prison Inspired Jafar Panahi to Double Down on Filming Illegally
The New York Times – Film:
During filming, the authorities discovered “It Was Just an Accident.” But a French producer had been engaged to finish this ultimate winner of the top prize at Cannes.
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Iran Lures Transgender Foreigners for Surgery but Forces Operations on Locals
The New York Times – Travel:
Iran became a pioneer in gender transition operations by forcing procedures on L.G.B.T.Q. Iranians. Desperate for cash, the Islamic republic is hoping to attract trans patients from around the world.
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France’s Oscars Pick Is an Acclaimed Iranian Film Snubbed by Iran
The New York Times – Film:
“It Was Just an Accident,” the Palme d’Or winner, will be eligible for best international feature. Its director criticized the selection process by nondemocratic countries.
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Iranian Film Director Mohammad Rasoulof Flees Country After Jail Sentence
The New York Times – Film:
Mohammad Rasoulof, known for the award-winning “There Is No Evil,” had been barred from leaving Iran after his work criticized the country’s clerical leadership.
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Iran Sentences Prominent Rapper to Death, Lawyer Says
The New York Times – Music:
The rapper, Toomaj Salehi, was initially arrested after releasing music in support of the 2022 protests over the death of a young woman in police custody.