Berlin, Germany – The Berlin International Film Festival, also known as the Berlinale, has announced its jury lineup for its 75th edition, set to take place from February 13 to February 23. The festival, celebrated for its diverse and global cinematic selections, will feature prominent figures from the film industry across its various competition juries.
Morocco/France-based director Nabil Ayouch, German costume designer Bina Daigeler, Chinese actor Fan Bingbing, Argentine director Rodrigo Moreno, U.S. film critic and author Amy Nicholson, and German director, actor, and screenwriter Maria Schrader will evaluate the main competition entries. They join the jury president, Todd Haynes, an acclaimed American filmmaker, in determining the winners of the prestigious Golden Bear for Best Film and several Silver Bear awards.
The awards under their jurisdiction include those for best director, leading and supporting performances, screenplay, and outstanding artistic contribution. These accolades not only honor exceptional talent but also influence future film production trends.
Simultaneously, the festival is introducing the Perspective Competition this year, tailored to first features from emerging directors. The jury for this segment includes director Meryam Joobeur from Tunisia/Canada, France/Mali actor-director Aïssa Maïga, and Spanish producer María Zamora. They will award the €50,000 Best First Feature Award, which will be shared between the winning film’s producer and director, fostering new talent and encouraging innovative storytelling in cinema.
The International Short Film Jury features Danish programmer and short film expert Jing Haase, German film composer Dascha Dauenhauer, and Vietnamese director Phạm Ngọc Lân. They will focus on selecting the standout short films of the festival.
In the documentary category, the Berlinale Documentary Award will be decided by Brazilian filmmaker Petra Costa, Danish director Lea Glob, and Japanese filmmaker Kazuhiro Soda. With a €40,000 prize, this award recognizes extraordinary achievements in documentary filmmaking across several of the festival’s segments.
For younger audiences, the Generation International Jury, comprising Emma Branderhorst from the Netherlands, Canadian Ikoro Sekai, and German Aslı Özarslan, will select the best films in the child-focused Kplus and youth-focused 14plus strands. These sections are designed to engage younger viewers and include juries composed of local children and youths, reflecting the festival’s commitment to educational and inclusive film programming.
Each jury’s diverse composition highlights the Berlinale’s global perspective and its dedication to celebrating and advancing the art of filmmaking. As the festival unfolds, these jurors will play a pivotal role in shaping the current and future landscape of international cinema. Their decisions can guide industry trends and spotlight emerging talents who are pushing cinematic boundaries.
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