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In September 2011, the Iranian government arrested six independent filmmakers for allegedly working with the BBC, on charges including espionage and treason. Along with the ongoing house arrest of director Jafar Panahi and the prior arrest of actress Marzieh Vafamehr, who was later sentenced to one year in prison and 90 lashes, the arrests sparked outrage from filmmaking communities within Iran and around the world.
Prior to the release of two of the filmmakers, all six were denied access to their lawyers and families, who were forced to remain silent.
http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/2011/10/entertainment-industry-organizations-stand-united-in-support-for-the-rights-of-imprisoned-iranian-filmmakers/In September 2011, the Iranian government arrested six independent filmmakers for... more
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On Sunday, February 27, 2011, Hollywood’s biggest movie night awards were held at the Kodak Theatre inside of the Hollywood & Highland Center® on Hollywood, CA, and it was broadcast live by the ABC Television Network beginning at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m.On Sunday, February 27, 2011, Hollywood’s biggest movie night awards were held... more
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On Sunday, February 27, 2011, Hollywood’s biggest movie night awards were held at the Kodak Theatre inside of the Hollywood & Highland Center® on Hollywood, CA, and it was broadcast live by the ABC Television Network beginning at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m.On Sunday, February 27, 2011, Hollywood’s biggest movie night awards were held... more
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