It Was Just An Accident
"Fantastic. And although made on a shoestring and under constant threat of the law, it’s more horrifying and effective than most $200 million Hollywood blockbusters ever come close to." The New York Post
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Sat 29 Nov 6:45 PM
New Farm Cinemas, Purple Room
General Admission
Eghbal’s car breaks down after an accident while driving at night with his wife and daughter. Looking for a mechanic to fix his car he meets Vahid, a former political prisoner. Vahid believes Eghbal is the officer who once tortured him. Consumed by revenge, Vahid kidnaps him but doubts start creeping in, as he never saw his torturer’s face.
Winner of the 2025 Palme d'Or, Jafar Panahi’s urgent, politically charged road movie thriller melds moral dilemmas, tension and humour to create an extraordinary critique of oppression, righteousness and retribution.