June 2003
Third Prize at Documentary Film Festival for an Iranian Documentary
An Iranian documentary titled 'Hide Your Words' by Bahman Behzadi won the third prize at the Silverdocs documentary film festival. The festival, supported by the…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Parviz Sayad - 2003-06-28
Parviz Sayad, a notable Iranian director and actor, discusses his play 'Donkey' in an interview following its recent performance in Los Angeles. The conversation, conducted…
Celebration of Black Music Month at the White House
The White House celebrated Black Music Month on June 25, 2003, with a jazz performance led by Loren Schoenberg and featuring works by Duke Ellington.…
The Hulk, Another Cartoon Character Comes to Life on the Big Screen
The article discusses the release of a new Hulk film directed by Ang Lee, highlighting the character's transformation from Bruce Banner to the Hulk due…
Terrorists May Collaborate with Professional Criminal Organizations - 2003-06-21
Robert Mueller, FBI director, expressed concerns about future threats from the collaboration between terrorist groups and organized crime. This follows a confession from a truck…
Iran: End Vigilante Attacks - June 20, 2003
Human Rights Watch urges Iran to end violent attacks on student protesters and calls for an independent inquiry into the government's role in these assaults.…
Real Madrid Signs David Beckham - 2003-06-19
David Beckham has signed with Real Madrid for $41.35 million, adding star power to the team. The contract includes significant financial terms and is seen…
Recommendations from the U.S. Attorney General Regarding Investigations of Terrorism Suspects - 2003-06-14
U.S. officials are set to improve standards for investigating and detaining terrorism suspects, following recommendations from the Attorney General. The report addresses issues with over…
Pars Times: A Resource for Researchers and Investors in the Middle East - 2003-06-10
Pars Times is a newly completed, comprehensive online directory aimed at researchers and investors in the Middle East, focusing on political and economic resources. It…
Deadly Currents
The documentary 'Deadly Currents' explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the Intifada and the emotions of both sides. It provides a platform for diverse opinions,…
Pekin Watermelon
The film 'Pekin Watermelon' by Nobuhiko Obayashi explores the life of a fruit seller whose existence is disrupted by impoverished Chinese students. It delves into…
Summer Holidays
The article discusses the film 'Summer Holidays,' directed by Shōsuke Kaneko, which explores themes of ghost stories and homosexuality through the story of three male…
Orlando - 2003-06-03
The article discusses the film 'Orlando,' directed by Sally Potter, which is based on Virginia Woolf's novel. It explores themes of gender, identity, and the…
Return of the Tax Office Agent
The article discusses the sequel to 'The Tax Office Woman', where the character Ryoko battles a criminal leader involved in illegal activities. The film critiques…
The Female Tax Officer
The article discusses the film 'The Female Tax Officer' directed by Juzo Itami, which satirizes tax evasion in 1980s Japan. The story follows a determined…
Dandelion Flower
The article discusses the film 'Tampopo,' a Japanese comedy from 1986 about a woman named Tampopo who struggles to make good noodles until helped by…
Funeral Ceremony: Osochiki - 2003-06-03
The article discusses Juzo Itami's film 'Osochiki,' which humorously critiques the traditional Japanese funeral process through the lens of a modern family. It highlights the…
American Director of Civil Affairs in Iraq to Appoint a Temporary Iraqi Political Council to Assist in Governance - 2003-06-02
An American official announced the formation of a temporary Iraqi political council to assist in governance, which has faced criticism from former Iraqi exile leaders.…