The Iranian film 'Children of Heaven', directed by Majid Majidi, was released internationally, gaining critical acclaim for its heartfelt portrayal of childhood and poverty.
'Children of Heaven' was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, becoming the first Iranian film to receive this recognition.
Following the success of 'Children of Heaven', director Majid Majidi gained international fame and went on to direct other notable films that contributed to Iranian cinema's global reputation.