The story behind It Was Just An Accident is as compelling as its rich and engaging story. Filmed in secret, breaking all sorts of Iranian laws, this movie is part thriller, part comedy, part morality play, and Panahi finds just the right balance in tone between all of it. It is compelling from start to finish... and man what a finish.
The strong cast juggles the transitions from dark humour to powerful pathos. There is an authenticity in every scene brought together by the actors and the guerrilla film making style. But at the heart of this is just a damn good story filled with well rounded characters, and a smart/funny/moving script. It's the whole package.
The film never gives away its secrets. It will keep you guessing until the end. There are fascinating questions woven throughout, the kinds that don't have easy answers and dive deep into our emotions, our reason, our humanity. It culminates in a moment of catharsis, a resolution that a feeling of peace to it. But then it goes just a bit further and leaves you with even more questions than you had before. It is just wonderful cinema.
It Was Just an Accident
Starring: Vahid Mobasseri, Mariam Afshari, Ebrahim Azizi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr
Writer/Director: Jafar Panahi
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