Film

Ukrainian Director Sergei Loznitsa to Lead Esteemed Jury at Upcoming Sarajevo Film Festival

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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina — Renowned Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitsa will lead this year’s jury at the Sarajevo Film Festival, which celebrates emerging cinema from the region and beyond. Joining him on the jury are Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle, and prominent industry figures including Serbian actor Dragan Mićanović, Romanian filmmaker Emanuel Pârvu, and Bosnian-Dutch director Ena Sendijarević. Loznitsa has made a significant mark in the world of film, directing 28 documentaries and five feature films. His impressive body of work includes titles such as My Joy and Donbass, the latter of which earned him the … Read more

Star-Studded International Jury Announced for the 82nd Venice Film Festival, Led by Alexander Payne

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Venice, Italy — Renowned filmmaker Alexander Payne will lead an esteemed international jury at the 82nd Venice Film Festival, set to unfold from August 27 to September 6, 2025. In a recent announcement by the Board of Directors of La Biennale, additional jury members join Payne, following a recommendation from artistic director Alberto Barb. Joining Payne on the jury are six notable figures from various cinematic backgrounds: actress Fernanda Torres, recognized for her recent Academy Award nomination for “I’m Still Here,” Iranian director and writer Mohammad Rasoulof, French director Stéphane Brizé, Italian director Maura Delpero, … Read more

Venice Film Festival Unveils Star-Studded Jury for 82nd Edition, Led by Alexander Payne

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Venice, Italy — The Venice Film Festival has unveiled the jury for its 82nd edition, featuring a diverse group of renowned filmmakers and actors. This year’s jury will be led by Alexander Payne, the acclaimed American director known for his sharp storytelling and character-driven narratives. The festival will run from August 27 to September 6, drawing international attention and celebrated talent. Joining Payne on the jury are notable figures including Stéphane Brizé, Maura Delpero, Cristian Mungiu, Mohammad Rasoulof, Fernanda Torres, and Zhao Tao. Each juror brings a wealth of experience and accolades to the table, … Read more

Venice Film Festival Unveils Dynamic Jury Lineup Led by Julia Ducournau and Charlotte Wells for Orizzonti and Debut Film Awards

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Venice, Italy — Julia Ducournau, the acclaimed director of Titane, will lead the international jury for the Orizzonti section at this year’s Venice Film Festival, while Scottish filmmaker Charlotte Wells, known for her debut feature Aftersun, will chair the jury for the “Luigi De Laurentiis” Venice Award for a Debut Film. The festival is set to take place from August 27 to September 6. Ducournau gained early recognition for her short film Junior, which won accolades at the Cannes Critics’ Week in 2011. Her feature film debut, Raw, premiered at Cannes in 2016 and took … Read more