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2025 Aga Khan Architecture Prize Jury Announced: A Leap Toward Innovative Urban Development

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Geneva, Switzerland – The prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture has recently announced the composition of its Master Jury for the 2025 edition, signaling a new chapter in recognizing and celebrating architectural excellence that addresses the needs and aspirations of societies across the world. The award, which carries a prize of $1 million, remains one of the most coveted accolades in the field of architecture. This distinguished panel, tasked with reviewing hundreds of project submissions, is composed of renowned experts from various disciplines and geographies, each bringing a unique perspective to the evaluation process. The … Read more

Documentary ‘Afternoons of Solitude’ Wins Top Prize at San Sebastian Film Festival, Upsetting Major Narrative Films

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San Sebastian, Spain — In a surprising turn at the prestigious San Sebastian Film Festival, the documentary “Afternoons of Solitude” by Spanish director Albert Serra clinched the Golden Shell for Best Film. Distinguished from a lineup replete with narrative films, Serra’s contemplative examination of bullfighting set it apart in this year’s main competition. The prize was awarded by a jury led by last year’s winner, Spanish filmmaker Jaione Camborda, alongside acclaimed international figures such as Ulrich Seidl, Christos Nikou, and Fran Kranz. The documentary focuses on Peruvian matador Andrés Rey Roca, presenting a raw portrayal … Read more

Gia Coppola’s ‘The Last Showgirl’ Wins Special Jury Prize at San Sebastián Film Festival 2024

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SAN SEBASTIÁN, Spain — Gia Coppola’s drama “The Last Showgirl” claimed the Special Jury Prize at the 2024 San Sebastián Film Festival, winning praise for its nuanced portrayal of the emotional landscapes navigated by characters grappling with the end of an era in their profession. The film festival, a significant event in the European cinematic calendar, took place in Spain’s Basque Country from September 20 to 28. “The Last Showgirl” explores the life of a seasoned Las Vegas showgirl forced to rethink her future following the sudden closure of the show she had been part … Read more

Luka Beradze’s ‘Smiling Georgia’ Clinches Main Award at AJB DOC Film Festival, ‘Holy Redemption’ Wins Program Jury Prize

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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina – The buzz of cinema enthusiasts wrapped up another successful AJB DOC Film Festival on September 17, with Georgian director Luka Beradze’s documentary leading as the highlight. The festival, celebrating its seventh edition, closed with an awards ceremony at the Bosnian Cultural Centre in Sarajevo. “Smiling Georgia,” directed by Beradze, captured the Main Award, compelling the jury with its poetic exploration of justice and societal neglect. The film, which had its world premiere at Karlovy Vary last year, tackles the often overlooked troubles of ordinary people through stark yet captivating visuals. … Read more