Contemporary

Groundbreaking Designs Triumph at ITS 2025: A Fusion of Historical Narrative and Contemporary Innovation

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Trieste, Italy — The 22nd edition of the prestigious International Talent Support (ITS) competition, held annually since its inception in 2002 by Barbara Franchin, showcased impressive creativity under this year’s theme, “Borderless.” The event, renowned for championing emerging fashion talents, saw a continuation of the modified format introduced last year, wherein each of the ten finalists was bestowed the ITS Creative Excellence Award 10x10x10. Among the standout participants was Maximilian Raynor, a 26-year-old designer from Derbyshire, who has been a significant figure in the London fashion scene since launching his own label in 2022. Raynor, … Read more

Igor Bezinović’s ‘Fiume o morte!’ Triumphs with Tiger Award at Rotterdam Film Festival, Echoing Contemporary Nationalism Themes

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Rotterdam, Netherlands—At the International Film Festival Rotterdam on Friday, Croatian director Igor Bezinović’s film “Fiume o morte!” claimed the prestigious Tiger Award, taking home €40,000. This hybrid documentary delves into the storied past of Gabriele D’Annunzio, an Italian poet and army officer who occupied the city of Fiume in 1919, blending dramatic reenactments with documentary aspects to explore complex historical narratives. The film’s timeliness and relevance were highlighted by the jury amidst what they described as a resurgence of ultra-nationalism in Europe. They commended the film for addressing the past not just as history, but … Read more