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Bong Joon Ho to Lead Star-Studded Jury at Marrakech International Film Festival

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MARRAKECH, Morocco — Acclaimed South Korean filmmaker Bong Joon Ho, who achieved international recognition with his Oscar-winning film “Parasite,” has been appointed as the jury chair for the upcoming 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival. The festival is scheduled to take place from November 28 to December 6. The jury’s primary role is to award the prestigious Étoile d’Or to one standout film among the 14 entries competing in the festival’s international feature competition. Bong expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating that Marrakech has celebrated innovative cinema for years. He said he is honored to … Read more

“ChaO” Captivates Annecy: Studio 4°C’s Anime Romantic Comedy Takes Home Jury Prize at International Animation Festival

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Annecy, France — The animated film ChaO, directed by Yasuhiro Aoki and produced by Studio 4°C, clinched the Jury Prize at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on Saturday. This year’s festival highlighted a diverse array of global animation, with other notable award recipients including Dandelion’s Odyssey, a French-Belgian production directed by Momoko Seto, which was honored with the Paul Grimault Award. ChaO revolves around a unique tale set in a futuristic world where humans and mermaids navigate their lives side by side. The film follows Stephan, portrayed by Ōji Suzuka, a straightforward office worker … Read more