# Iranian actor Laleh Marzban faces severe threats after Venice film festival speech

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- The Guardian, 2026-09-18 09:59 UTC
- Culture
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/sep/18/iranian-actor-laheh-marzban-venice-film-festival-speech-falling-house

> Iranian actor Laleh Marzban has faced fierce condemnation from authorities and state-affiliated media after dedicating her Venice award to the women of Iran and speaking about their hardships. Calls have been made for her to be disciplined, barred from working in Iran or prevented from returning.