The CEO of the City Image Institute stated that the City Film Festival will be held under a new title, focusing on introducing filmmakers who are producing their first cinematic experience. He emphasized that criticism with malice is different, and we will not give money to anyone who seeks to travel the world with defamation.
ISNA is a semi-official Iranian news agency (Iranian Students News Agency). This is a translation of that outlet's own report; it is the outlet's account, not Artesh's finding.
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We Will Not Fund Those Who Travel the World with Defamation
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November 14, 2026
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The CEO of the City Image Institute announced a new focus for the City Film Festival on debut filmmakers, asserting that they will not support those who engage in defamation. This statement highlights a stance against negative portrayals of Iran in international cinema.
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