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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
The auteur of dissent
There is a scene in the 2015 movie Taxi Tehran where a seller of counterfeited foreign movie CDs use a taxi, driven by the director of the movie playing himself, to make a sale. While mainstream directors rue counterfeits, Jafar Panahi observes the transaction with an expression of sorrow and understanding. The Iranian director, who had to shoot most of his movies in secrecy and smuggle them out of his country, in a flash drive hidden inside a birthday cake in one instance, also gives some words of advice to the young buyer who is an aspiring filmmaker. The books and movies available are already made, Panahi says to the young man, one must look beyond what is in front of him. But Panahi, ironically in a sense, did throughout his career what he advised the young man not to do. He turned his lens to what was in front of him and showed it to the world despite the Iranian authorities branding him an 'enemy of the state'. They banned him from making movies or leaving the country, and imprisoned him at the notorious Evin prison. Standing under the spotlight at the Cannes Riviera last week, holding the prestigious Palme d'Or for his 'revenge thriller' It Was Just an Accident, Panahi expressed hope that his society could get to a place where no one is told what or what not to do and what or what not to make. Inspired by his experiences in jail, It Was Just an Accident is born from the artistic resistance of authoritarianism that is present throughout his filmography, including The Circle, Closed Curtain, Offside, and This Is Not a Film. Panahi recalls how, during his imprisonment in 2022 for charges of participating in the Green Wave movement following the controversial re-election of former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in 2009, he was blindfolded during interrogation with questions coming from behind him. He says voices with no faces play a huge role in the minds of prisoners, and his latest movie takes off with this aspect. The movie centres around the moral dilemma among a group of former prisoners after kidnapping a man whose boots made the sound one of them had heard while being tortured in prison. But they are not sure whether he was indeed the torturer or not, creating the core conflict of the movie. Social filmmaker Cannes 2025 was Panahi's first trip out of Iran in 15 years after the country's top court quashed his conviction. It was also the first time in that period that he was watching one of his movies at a cinema with an audience. Panahi, who describes himself as a 'social filmmaker', says the presence of audience for his movies and the ability to see their reaction in person would have made his works a lot better. But the lack of audience didn't stop him from framing the streets of Tehran. He took his camera through the changes of Iranian society. Panahi says he always portrays the truth and reality around him, and his movies before 2022 had women in headscarves and veils as seen in the streets. He recalls hearing of the protests against the mandatory dress code sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini while being in prison, and seeing women without scarves while on a hospital visit from prison. And his movies post imprisonment showed the silent protest of women without scarves, he says, like the brave women who chose to disobey the codes. While Panahi returned to Iran to a cheering welcome after the Cannes triumph, it is still unclear what awaits him at home. He had made his latest film, like most of his works, in secrecy without submitting its script to the authorities for scrutiny as is stipulated. Iran has already sought explanation from a French envoy over a French Minister's praise of the film while conservative critics have disregarded Panahi's achievement. But Panahi says his return is in solidarity with the women who have opted to go against the orthodox moral system. 'I just made a movie,' he has said, 'which is not as courageous as what the women, who will be unknown to the world, are doing. Everyone will know if I am arrested, but no one will hear of them. That is why I must go back'.
Time Out
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Time Out
Great Manchester Run 2025: route, start time, travel information and everything you need to know
This weekend, more than 30,000 runners will be let loose on the streets of Manchester for the annual Great Manchester Run. There are actually two runs taking place, one covering 10km of the city and another spanning 21.1km (aka a half marathon), both taking participants by Manny's greatest streets and most iconic landmarks. If you're taking on the run yourself or planning to support someone who is, there's a lot of things you need to know before the big day. Lucky for you, we've got you covered. This is all the important info you need ahead of the Great Manchester Run 2025. When is the Great Manchester Run 2025? It's happening this coming Sunday, May 18. When does it start? The half marathon commences bright and early at 8.15am, while the 10k event will start at 11.30am (though the elite wheelchair racers set off at 8.10am). Runners will be let through the starting line in waves according to their predicted time. 8.10am: 10k Elite Wheelchair 8.15am: Half Marathon Orange Wave 8.40am: Half Marathon Green Wave 11.30am: 10k Elite Women 11.45am: 10k Elite Men 11.45am: 10k Fast Paced and Orange Wave 12.05pm: 10k Green Wave 12.50pm: 10k Purple Wave 1.10pm: 10k Pink Wave What are the routes? Both runs start on Portland Street in Manchester city centre and wrap around the city to finish on nearby Deansgate. The 10k route will take runners towards Salford Quays and will loop back to pass Manchester United Football Ground. The half marathon will set off in the opposite direction up to Manchester City Football Ground and back down again to join the 10k route. For a better idea, take a look at the map below. How do I get there? Organisers say that the tram will be the best choice for travel on race day. The nearest stops to the start line are Piccadilly Gardens, St Peter's Square and Deansgate-Castlefield. But make sure to allow plenty of time – it'll be much busier than normal. If you're getting to the event by train, you're best off travelling to Manchester Oxford Road (10 minute walk from Portland Street) or Manchester Piccadilly (where you hop on a tram to the start line). The best places for spectators Manchester's Bee Network (its transport network) has released a handy list of all the tram stops that are right by key spectator spots along the half marathon and 10k routes. They are as follows: Half Marathon St Peter's Square – for the start line Manchester Piccadilly – 2-mile marker Etihad Campus/Velopark – 4/5-mile marker Wharfside/Imperial War Museum – 10/11-mile marker Cornbrook – 12-mile marker Deansgate Castlefield – for the finish line 10k St Peter's Square – for the start line Cornbrook - 2km marker Old Trafford – 4km marker Wharfside/Imperial War Museum – 6km marker Cornbrook – 9km marker Deansgate Castlefield – for the finish line You can also track your loved ones on the Great Run app, so you know exactly where to be and when in order to catch sight of them. Is the Great Manchester Run sold out? Yep, both the 10k and half marathon events this year are completely sold out. How do I sign up for the Great Manchester Run 2026? There's no information on when you can sign up for next years event just yet. But keep an eye on the Great Run website here for updates.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Gettys Middle School ‘therapy dog' finds forever home
EASLEY, S.C. (WSPA) — A 7-year old Labradoodle found her home at an Easley middle school. 'The front door opened and a dog ran through,' said Jacob Nelson, principal at Richard H. Gettys Middle School. When the dog unexpectedly ran through the school's front doors at the end of the last school year, no one wanted her to leave. Counselor Janey Charles said the dog's owner told school officials that they were no longer able to keep her, opening up the perfect opportunity for the furry friend to be trained as the school's therapy dog. 'We were like that would be something great for the school, so I did the research, talked to other schools who had one,' Charles recalled. 'Then we went and started working with Mr. Jim to get her trained and all the certifications she needed, and she has done amazing.' After check ups, weeks of training, and approval from the School District of Pickens County, Waverly — previously named Muffin — now hangs out with students a few times a week. 'We were like 'We have got to have an Easley name' and so we were like, 'Green Wave — well Waverly is a girl's name so that would work,'' Charles said. Waverly helps staff get through long days. She enjoys walking through the classrooms, being pet and she reads with students. The best part? She doesn't eat homework. 'Since she found us and since she wanted to be a breaker, we we're like that would be a perfect name for her.' Teachers said they have seen great responses from their students when Waverly is around; they said she great incentive for good grades and good behavior. 'It is just so fun to see the kids get excited to see her,' Nelson said. 'When kids are having a hard day, or having a great day — I think every day is better with a dog around.' School leaders said they are mindful of students who have allergies, but they said Waverly is hypoallergenic. Waverly, officials said, is the fourth service dog the school district has added. School staff said they believe more schools will follow their footsteps in the future, but they might not be as lucky to have their dog choose them. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WSPA 7NEWS.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Thai Horror ‘Halabala' Sells To 20 Territories Including India, Australia, South Korea & Southeast Asia
EXCLUSIVE: Starring popular actor Chantavit 'Ter' Dhanasevi, Thai horror film Halabala has been sold to 20 countries, including India, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Bangladesh, Indonesia and the Philippines. Released in Thailand on April 3, the film was produced by Thai studio BrandThink Cinema (Redlife). More from Deadline 'Green Wave' Helmer Xu Lei Talks Chinese Film Funding And Directing His Father In The Comedy-Drama 'Bullet Train Explosion' Director Shinji Higuchi Talks Casting Singer-Actor Tsuyoshi Kusanagi & The Film's Moral Questions Shudder Acquires Historical Horror 'Orang Ikan' International sales for Halabala were handled by Mokster Films. Written and directed by Eakasit Thairaat (Terror Tuesday: Extreme), the film also stars Nuttanicha Dungwattanawanich (Devil in Law) and singer-actor Anon Saisangchan (My Dear Gangster Oppa). The film tells the tale of Inspector Dan, a reckless cop known as 'Dan the Hundred Corpses.' He is given a final chance to redeem himself so that he can return to his post in Bangkok. However, this mission leads him down a perilous path. Inspector Dan's new target is a gang leader named Tup Ta Fai, who has escaped from prison and vanished into the depths of Halabala, a forbidden jungle. Within the shadows of the forest, come the whispers of an ancient tribe of cannibals, known as Batow. Some believe they are extinct, while others claim that they never truly left. Driven by his relentless pursuit of justice, Dan must balance his duty with the safety of his wife, Vi, who is heavily pregnant and terrified of their new home in the forest. They soon discover that they may not be alone in the forest, as something sinister lurks in the shadows, waiting to consume them. The film's principal photography took place in the Hala Bala rainforest and wildlife sanctuary, which is located in southern Thailand, near the border with Malaysia. Writer-director Thairaat is also a comic creator, producing a long-running comic series called 'The Death Project,' as well as 'Short Story.' 'Short Story' was adapted into the Thai feature film 13 Beloved, which received a Hollywood remake in 2014 titled 13 Sins, starring Mark Webber. Best of Deadline Francis Ford Coppola's Career In Photos, From 'Apocalypse Now' To 'The Godfather' Everything We Know About The 'Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping' Movie So Far Everything We Know About Netflix's 'The Thursday Murder Club' So Far
Malaysiakini
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
PAS needs universal slogan to attract MIC-like ally, says Puad
Perikatan Nasional's struggle to attract influential coalition partners presents a significant challenge, especially with PAS unable to replicate the 'Green Wave' momentum from the previous general election, according to Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi. Reflecting on the results of the Ayer Kuning by-election in Perak, Puad emphasised that PAS should reconsider its focus on the narrative of an Islamic state. He pointed out that this issue is hindering PN's efforts to secure meaningful non-Malay party alliances.
