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‘A Separation’ becomes first Iranian film to win an Oscar

Iran’s “A Separation,” took the Oscar for best foreign language film, making it the first from the country to win the honor. Director Asghar Farhadi accepted the award, briefly speaking in Farsi and mentioning Iranians’ ability to make significant cultural achievements. Read full article >>
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Iranian Director’s Oscar Speech Cuts Both Ways

US Politics / Liberal : Firedoglake (last year)

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Iranian News Agency “Improves” Oscar Speech by Asghar Farhadi

News / International Affairs : Global Voices (last year)

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US Politics / Liberal : Think Progress (last year)

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