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France Submits Jafar Panahi’s Film for Oscar Race

France Submits Jafar Panahi’s Film for Oscar Race

‘It Was Just an Accident’ chosen for International Feature category.
France has officially submitted Jafar Panahi’s film 'It Was Just an Accident' as its contender for the Best International Feature category at the upcoming Academy Awards.

The decision underscores France’s support for Panahi, who has faced restrictions in his home country of Iran.
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