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Director Jafar Panahi returned to the New York Film Festival for the first time in 25 years to present the Main Slate selection It Was Just an Accident, his first film since his 2022 imprisonment. NYFF was honored to invite Panahi for special conversation with none other than Martin Scorsese.
The legendary filmmakers discussed Panahi's childhood, early days of filmmaking, his relationship with Abbas Kiarostami, the rebellious nature of his work, his 2025 Palme d’Or winner, and much more. Thank you to interpreter Sheida Dayani.
It Was Just An Accident opens at Film at Lincoln Center on October 15 with Panahi in person.
The 63rd New York Film Festival is presented in partnership with Rolex.
