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Nepali Star Asha Magrati to Judge International Feature Films at the 39th Fribourg Film Festival

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Fribourg, Switzerland – In a significant recognition of her contributions to the Nepali film industry, Asha Magrati, a celebrated Nepali actress and producer, has been appointed as a jury member for the International Feature Film Competition at the 39th Fribourg International Film Festival (FIFF). The announcement, made on International Women’s Day, underscores Magrati’s impact on cinema in Nepal. Magrati, whose performances in acclaimed films such as ‘White Sun’ and ‘Pooja, Sir’ have garnered widespread praise, will serve on the festival’s jury alongside British cinematographer Derek Hudson and Swiss actress-pianist Anna Pieri Zurcher. Their collective expertise … Read more

SBIFF Celebrates Global Talent: Award-Winning Films Spanning the Globe Unveiled at 39th Edition

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) concluded its 39th edition with the announcement of the award-winning films. The awards ceremony took place at the El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel, in Santa Barbara, where the jury, filmmakers, and industry professionals gathered. SBIFF’s Programming Director Claudia Puig expressed gratitude to the jury for their meticulous selections. The winning films showcased diverse stories from around the world, including the mesmerizing magic of movie palaces in the Atacama Desert, the enchanting mysteries of ice caves in Antarctica, and the thought-provoking exploration of cancel culture … Read more

Transcendent Films Win Big: Highlights from the 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The winners of the 39th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) have been announced, featuring acclaimed films such as “TransMexico,” “Edge of Everything,” and “Andragogy.” Recognized for their excellence in independent and international cinema, these films were selected by a panel of esteemed jury members. The SBIFF has become a prominent film festival in the United States, drawing in approximately 100,000 attendees over its packed week of screenings, with more than 200 films showcased. The festival’s mission is to discover and showcase the best in independent and international cinema. The … Read more