Overview

• Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just an Accident,' inspired by his time in Iranian prison, won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday.
• Panahi, who has faced years of imprisonment and restrictions in Iran, plans to return to Tehran despite potential risks.
• The win extends indie distributor Neon's streak to six consecutive Palme d'Or winners, solidifying its dominance in the festival circuit.
• Other major awards included Joachim Trier's 'Sentimental Value' receiving the Grand Prix and Kleber Mendonça Filho's 'The Secret Agent' earning Best Director and Best Actor honors.
• The festival's closing ceremony was disrupted by a regional power outage, suspected to be caused by arson, though backup generators ensured the event continued.