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Colombian Gem ‘A Poet’ Triumphs with Bright Horizons Award at Melbourne International Film Festival

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Melbourne, Australia — Colombian filmmaker Simón Mesa Soto’s latest film, “A Poet,” has garnered the prestigious Bright Horizons Award at the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF). The award, valued at $140,000, recognizes outstanding contributions to contemporary cinema, marking a significant achievement for the director as well as this year’s festival, which showcased numerous innovative films. A panel of industry experts, led by filmmaker Charlotte Wells, chose “A Poet” for the award. The jury included notable figures such as Australian actress Tamala, American filmmaker Alex Ross Perry, Greek director Athina Rachel Tsangari, IMDb founder Col Needham, … Read more

"Melbourne Film Festival Celebrates Absurdity and Artistry: ‘A Poet’ Takes Home Bright Horizons Award"

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Melbourne, Australia — The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) crowned its Bright Horizons winner at the annual awards ceremony, recognizing Simón Mesa Soto’s film, A Poet, as the standout contribution of the year. The story revolves around Oscar Restrepo, portrayed by Ubeimar Rios, an aging poet whose erratic lifestyle leads him to form a meaningful connection with a gifted young woman named Rebeca Andrade. This mentorship evolves into a poignant exploration of creativity and danger. A Poet, which previously garnered the Un Certain Regard Jury Prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, is Soto’s second … Read more

Triumphs Unveiled: ‘A Poet’ Shines at Munich Film Festival with Top Honors

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MUNICH, Germany — The 42nd Munich International Film Festival concluded on July 5, celebrating a week of cinematic accomplishments with approximately 91,000 attendees enjoying around 600 film screenings and local events. This year’s festival also marked the introduction of a comprehensive attendance tally, including over 16,000 visitors participating in industry networking activities. The highlight of the event was the prestigious €100,000 CineCoPro Award, which recognizes the best German co-production. This year’s award went to “A Poet,” directed by Simón Mesa Soto. The film’s German producers, Katharina Bergfeld and Heino Deckert from ma.ja.de, received accolades from … Read more

Cannes Sensation ‘A Poet’ Captures North American Rights, Set for Theatrical Debut

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CANNES, France — The fledgling distribution company 1-2 Special announced on Thursday it has secured North American rights to “A Poet,” a film that garnered the Un Certain Regard jury prize at the Cannes Film Festival. The film, directed by Simón Mesa Soto, tells the story of a struggling writer who becomes a mentor to a young poet, learning valuable life lessons along the way. The narrative unfolds against the vibrant backdrop of Medellín, Colombia, and features a cast primarily composed of non-professional actors, including Ubeimar Rios, Rebeca Andrade, and Guillermo Cardona. The film’s production … Read more