Iranian Director Jafar Panahi Wins Palme d'Or at Cannes 2025

Cannes 2025: Jafar Panahi's 'A Simple Accident' Wins Palme d'Or The 2025 Cannes Film Festival concluded with a triumphant win for Iranian director Jafar Panahi. His film, "A Simple Accident," was awarded the prestigious Palme d'Or, the festival's highest honor. This win marks another milestone in Panahi's already celebrated career, which includes previous accolades such as the Caméra d'or (1995) for "The White Balloon" and the Golden Lion (2000) for "The Circle." The video showcasing Panahi's win highlights the emotional moment of the award ceremony. The film's official release date is October 1st, 2025. "Il l’a fait!" exclaimed one attendee, expressing the widespread excitement surrounding Panahi's achievement. The win underscores the enduring power of Iranian cinema on the world stage and the significance of Panahi's contribution to the art form. The upcoming release of "A Simple Accident" promises to be a highly anticipated cinematic event.