When you sit down to make a movie, you have to realize that the story you're creating has the power to change the world and to topple the most evil of regimes.Our thoughts and prayers are with Mehdi Mahmoudian, the Oscar-nominated co-writer of the critically acclaimed film It Was Just An Accident, who was arrested yesterday in Tehran.The arrest follows his participation in a joint statement signed by 17 prominent activists and artists condemning the "mass and systematic killing" of Iranian citizens and directly naming Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as responsible for the nation's "irreversible ruin."This is a brave action that every filmmaker should see and feel inspired by, as we hope for his safe return.Let's dig into the story. - YouTubewww.youtube.comA Crackdown on High-Profile DissentLook, I am not an authority about what's going on in Iran, so please turn to your trusted news sources there. But I do know that they are slaughtering civilians in one of the most extreme violent situations happening right now.The document signed by the 17 activists is a scathing indictment of the current regime. It's called "Khamenei Is Responsible for These Horrific Times in Iran," it describes the government's actions as a "betrayal of the country" and an "assault on national security."Key demands from the statement include:Justice for those killed in recent protests.Immediate release of all political prisoners.Prosecution of those who ordered acts of repression.A Democratic Referendum to determine Iran's political future.The signatories warned that if these paths are not pursued, Iran remains condemned...
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