“Persepolis” Unbanned

Posted on March 28, 2008
Filed Under Media, Middle East, News, Religion

Good news from Lebanon.

Following the public outcry Lebanese authorities decided to lift the ban of the movie “Persepolis”. The movie was banned (details here) due to its offensive nature to Iran and Iranian Islamic revolution

BEIRUT (AFP) — Lebanese authorities reversed on Thursday a decision to ban the prize-winning animated film “Persepolis,” following an outcry and claims the measure was aimed at pleasing Iran and Shiite clerics.

The general security department, which initially prohibited the film, said the ministry of interior, of which it is a part, had “decided to authorise the film’s distribution in Lebanon”.

It said “personal, political or confessional motivations” had nothing to do with the original banning.

But here is the question: will Network Solutions unban their suspension of Fitnathemovie.com account? Oh, wait, I guess this decision is no longer relevant since the movie is out.

Congratulations, Network Solutions, Lebanese authorities reacted faster than you did.

I guess there is still hope for the freedom of speech in Lebanon. Is there a hope for NS?