August 2023
August 29, 2023
PEN America Calls Mahdi Yarahai's Arrest a Reflection of Iran's 'Brutal Suppression of Free Speech'
Mahdi Yarahai, an Iranian singer, was arrested for releasing a protest song against the mandatory hijab law. PEN America condemned his arrest as part of…
August 17, 2023
Independent Filmmakers Association of Iran: Supporting Unknown Young Filmmakers is Essential
The Independent Filmmakers Association of Iran has called for support for unknown young filmmakers facing pressure and threats, emphasizing that the repression of artists is…
August 16, 2023
Saeed Roustayi's Prison Sentence; Cannes Festival Directors' Reaction and Scorsese's Efforts to Overturn the Sentence
Saeed Roustayi, director of 'Brothers Leila,' was sentenced to six months in prison for propaganda against the regime, sparking international condemnation, including from Cannes Film…
Iranian Directors' Guild Condemns Sentence Against Saeed Roustayi
The Iranian Directors' Guild condemned a six-month prison sentence and additional penalties against filmmaker Saeed Roustayi for his film 'Brothers Leila'. The ruling has sparked…