Overview

• Jafar Panahi's 'Un Simple Accident,' a film secretly made in Iran, won the Golden Palm, marking a bold cinematic critique of oppression.
• German filmmaker Mascha Schilinski received the Jury Prize for 'In die Sonne schauen,' exploring generational trauma in rural Germany.
• Panahi announced plans to return to Iran despite potential risks, further emphasizing his resistance to governmental repression.
• French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot's comments celebrating Panahi's win as a 'gesture of resistance' led to diplomatic protests from Iran.
• The festival showcased diverse global narratives, with strong German representation and recognition for politically charged storytelling.