Berlin Film Festival

Film festival directors from around the world have signed an open letter supporting Tricia Tuttle's continued role as director of the Berlin Film Festival. The statement comes amid controversy over political discussions at the recent Berlinale and reports of her potential dismissal. Signatories emphasize the need for spaces that embrace discomfort and diverse perspectives in film festivals.

26 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

Joko Anwar’s horror-comedy 'Ghost in the Cell' has sold distribution rights to several international markets after its premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. The Indonesia-South Korea co-production follows prison inmates facing a supernatural threat. Well Go USA acquired North American rights, with additional deals for Europe, Asia, and beyond.

Producer David Kaplan shared insights into the challenges and triumphs of making Beth de Araújo’s Sundance-winning film 'Josephine' during a fireside chat at the European Film Market in Berlin. The film, which secured a U.S. distribution deal with Sumerian Pictures, explores a family's response to a child's trauma. Kaplan also updated on his company's development of an 'It Follows' sequel.

15 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

In an exclusive clip from the upcoming Judas Priest documentary, frontman Rob Halford discusses the origins of the band's 1980 hit 'Breaking the Law,' tying it to social unrest in Britain. The film, 'The Ballad of Judas Priest,' premieres at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival. It features interviews with notable musicians reflecting on the band's legacy.

The film 'Sandiwara,' directed by Sean Baker and starring Michelle Yeoh, will make its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. This project emerges from a collaboration with the fashion house Self-Portrait and highlights Malaysian culture through an immersive cinematic lens.

20 de janeiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

The Berlin Film Festival has announced the competition lineup for its 76th edition, blending arthouse films with A-list stars such as Channing Tatum, Amy Adams and Riley Keough. Artistic director Tricia Tuttle highlighted the diverse selection of international auteurs and politically charged stories. The festival is scheduled for February 12-22, 2026.