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Berlinale opened with "Small Things Like These" directed by Tim Mielants and written by Enda Walsh, based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Claire Keegan
It is 1985 in the run-up to Christmas in a small town in County Wexford, Ireland. Bill Furlong toils as a coal merchant to support himself, his wife and his five daughters. Early one morning while out delivering coal at the local convent, he makes a discovery that forces him to confront his past and the complicit silence of...
Today, February 15, was the much expected start of the 74th Berlin International Film Festival celebrated in the Berlinale Palast. Minister of State for Culture and the Media Claudia Roth, Governing Mayor of Berlin Kai Wegner, this year’s Jury President Lupita Nyong’o, as well as the Festival Management Mariëtte Rissenbeek and Carlo Chatrian (here pictured on the red carpet) kicked off the Berlinale with a festive opening.
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Emma Stone and honoree Mark Ruffalo pose with the American Riviera Award during the 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival at The Arlington Theatre on February 11, 2024 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for SBIFF)
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Red carpet interview of filmmakers in selection at SBIFF 39th edition during Virtuosos award night.
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Oscar Nominated International Feature Directors Panel at 2024 SBIFF
(L-R) Jermaine Johnson, David Heyman, Christine Vachon, Emma Thomas, Marie-Ange Luciani, James Wilson, Daniel Lupi ,Andrew Lowe, Fred Berner and Mark Johnson attend the producers panel durning the 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival at The Arlington Theatre on February 10, 2024 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images for SBIFF)
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Honorees: America Ferrera, Lily Gladstone, Greta Lee, Charles Melton, Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Andrew Scott, Moderated by Dave Karger
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SBIFF hosted an hour and a half in-person conversation with Robert Downey Jr. moderated by Lionel Maltin discussing Downey’s career, complete with clips and montages from his body of work. The evening culminated with the award presentation by a special guest to applaud his great film achievements. Always insightful, and often humorous and thought provoking, tribute video is not to be missed.
The Modern Master Award is the highest honor presented by SBIFF. Established in 1995, it...
Watch these talented filmmakers in SBIFF official selection interviewed on the Maltin Modern Master Award to Robert Downey Jr Award night By Mark Bennett
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Steve Pinder and Julia Aks interviewed before the Outstanding Performer of the Year Award ceremony during the 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival at The Arlington Theatre on February 08, 2024 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for SBIFF)
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For the second time, partner prizes were announced in a dedicated ceremony today Thursday at the festival, which was taking place on site. Here is the first part of prize winners from this year's official selection.
Prizes from the three official juries, student juries and audience prizes will be disclosed during the first closing ceremony, Saturday 10 February at 18:00 (CET).
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Honoree Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, and Brad Pitt pose with the Outstanding Performer of the Year Award during the 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival at The Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for SBIFF).
Bradley Cooper was honored on Thursday, February 8, 2024 for his critically acclaimed portrayal of Leonard Bernstein in MAESTRO from Netflix.
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Nine Lives : Jessie Davidson - Director & Trey Betts - Cinematographer Photos by Mark Bennett, Video courtesy of SBIFF
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MADU directors Joel Kachi Benson and Matthew Ogens at Santa Barbara International Film Festival opening night February 7.
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The 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival opened February 7 with the World Premiere of Disney Original Documentary’s MADU directed by Matt Ogens and Kachi Benson (Both directors in attendance); Producers Jamie Patricof, Katie McNeill, and Rachel Halilej, Editor Georgia Dodson, Composer Jackson Greenberg.
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Mother, Couch, directed by Niclas Larsson, wins Dragon Award Best Nordic Film.
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Rei and The Old Bachelor take top IFFR 2024 awards
International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) announces the 2024 winners from its two feature competitions: the Tiger Competition and the Big Screen Competition. The prizes were handed out during the IFFR Awards Ceremony on Friday 2 February, along with the FIPRESCI, NETPAC and Youth Jury awards.
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It is with great sadness that the Canadian Film Centre (CFC) acknowledges the passing of its beloved founder – iconic and award-winning filmmaker Norman Jewison. Jewison passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024 in Los Angeles at the age of 97.
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CIFF 2024 has officially ended, but the past 10 days have been unforgettable. Thank you again for watching, submitting, and participating in our 8th annual festival. It wouldn't have been possible without all of you!
Congratulations to all the winners, nominees, and official selections!
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COMBINES INNOVATION AND THE ARTS WITH 2024 THEME “UPLIFT”
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SILICON VALLEY — The Cinequest Film & Creative Festival returns this March 6-17th promising an extraordinary cinematic experience that merges the worlds of storytelling and technology. Returning to its palatial San Jose venues and flagship time of year, the program is a testament to Cinequest's 2024 theme of "Uplift&qu...
The Victoria Film Festival embodies the spirit of the cinematic arts on Vancouver Island. We worship cult films, practice wine & beer sacrifices, offer a ritual of initiation for emerging filmmakers, and bring unique artistic voices from Canada and around the world to local screens.
VFF is open to all forms of creative media, but it is deathly allergic to clichés. Every February, we roust hibernating Victorians and islanders, roll out the pink carpet for the sheer glam of it, and t...
Clockwise from top left: Lupita Nyong'o © Nick Barose; Ann Hui; Albert Serra © Oscar Orengo, Oksana Zabuzhko © Agnete Brun; Brady Corbet © Atsushi Nishijima; Jasmine Trinca © Andrea Gandini; Christian Petzold © Schramm Film
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Berlinale Issues Call for Freedom of Movement, Freedom of Expression for Competition Directors Maryam Moghaddam & Behtash Sanaeeha
Earlier this month, the Berlinale was pleased to announce the selection of the Iranian film My Favourite Cake by Maryam Moghaddam and Behtash Sanaeeha in Competition at this year’s 74th edition of the festival.
Since then, the festival has learned that as of the time of writing Iranian writers/direc...
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