Friday, June 16, 2006

Jafar Panahi's "Offside"



The latest offering in Iranian New Wave cinema, with perfect timing, is Jafar Panahi's football film, "Offside." Like his previous films, it is a commentary on the condition of women in Iran -- this time focusing on that ridiculous rule against women being in football stadiums. For an excellent review of the film, check this out.

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