Esteemed

Cádiz to Shine as South International Series Festival Unveils Esteemed Jury for 2023 Edition

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Cádiz, Spain – The South International Series Festival prepares for its third edition, scheduled from September 12 to 17, showcasing a robust line-up of industry veterans who will serve as jurors for the event’s Fiction and Non-Fiction sections. The festival aims to celebrate various audiovisual works and has also introduced a new award named after the city itself. The jury for the Fiction Section will include notable figures such as actress Patricia Vico, along with Myar Craig-Brown, the Creative Director at Banijay UK’s Double Dutch, and Michael Murphy, the founder of Rockabill Media. They will … Read more

Richard Branson Joins Esteemed Jury to Honor Innovators at Zayed Sustainability Prize Ceremony

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Entrepreneur Richard Branson has joined the esteemed jury tasked with selecting recipients for the Zayed Sustainability Prize, a prestigious award honoring initiatives that contribute to sustainability and positive global impact. The Zayed Sustainability Prize, named after the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, has a mission to promote innovative solutions in areas such as health, food security, energy, and water. These sectors are critical for achieving long-term sustainability goals globally. Branson, known for his entrepreneurial ventures and commitment to social and environmental … Read more

New York City Mourns the Loss of Michael Cardozo, Its Esteemed Chief Lawyer for Over Two Decades

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NEW YORK — Michael Cardozo, who served as New York City’s chief lawyer for more than a decade and was known for his impactful legal work, has died at the age of 84. Cardozo’s tenure as corporation counsel from 2002 to 2014 marked a significant period for the city, as he navigated complex legal issues and advocated for municipal interests. During his time in office, Cardozo was instrumental in a range of high-profile matters, from defending the city against lawsuits to overseeing a legal staff that handled diverse cases at both local and federal levels. … Read more

Venice Film Festival Welcomes Cristian Mungiu to Esteemed Jury as Global Cinema Shines

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Venice, Italy — Renowned Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu has been selected to serve on the jury for the main competition at the upcoming Venice Film Festival, also known as Venezia 82. This prestigious event gathers some of the most influential voices in global cinema to honor exceptional films and filmmakers. Mungiu’s distinguished jury will be led by American director Alexander Payne and features an impressive lineup, including French filmmaker Stéphane Brizé, Italian director Maura Delpero, Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof, Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres, and Chinese actress Zhao Tao. Together, they will evaluate films competing for … Read more