Best of '25: It Was Just an Accident by Jafar Panahi

Experience Jafar Panahi's latest masterpiece, 'It Was Just an Accident', which won the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. This compelling thriller intertwines themes of revenge, humor, and humanity within its narrative. The story follows Vahid, who works in a garage, but his routine is disrupted when a customer arrives with car troubles. He suspects the man might be Eghbal, the officer who once tortured him in prison. As Vahid grapples with the desire for revenge and the uncertainty of his suspicions, he embarks on a quest for the truth alongside fellow victims, navigating through risky and absurd situations. Filmmaker Jafar Panahi, himself sentenced to six years in prison, draws upon his own experiences for this deeply personal film, crafted without the Iranian regime’s permission. 'It Was Just an Accident' has received unanimous acclaim abroad, with Rolling Stone calling it 'Extraordinary. The work of a master.'