What’s Next for Creative Expression in Iran?
March 2, 2011
AS PART OF THEIR TRIBUTE TO IMPRISONED FILMMAKER JAFAR PANAHI, The Asia Society is holding a panel discussion about creative expression in Iran and on the director’s work today.
Considering both Panahi’s recent detention, and the sweeping changes taking place in the Middle East, this couldn’t be timelier. Even better, you can take part in the discussion through the free, live webcast.
Panahi was sentenced to six years in prison and forbidden from making films for twenty years. Filmmakers around the world condemned the move and immediately began advocating for Panahi’s freedom.
Activists and ordinary citizens never know if their petitions and protests will bring about positive change. A panel discussion on an imprisoned filmmaker may sound (literally) academic, but adding yet more voices does help.
Panahi and another detained filmmaker, Mohammad Rasoulof, are currently out on bail, awaiting word on their appeal. There’s reports now that the outpouring of support for the filmmakers may be helping their case.
Tune in and participate in the free, live webcast on Wednesday, March 2, from 6:45 to 8:15 pm ET at AsiaSociety.org/Live to learn more and help support these filmmakers.
Read this blog for a wide-ranging blogathon on Iranian film.
