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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

Hidemi Suzuki Spearheads as Jury Chairman at the Prestigious 24th International Johann Sebastian Bach Competition

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Tokyo, Japan – Renowned cellist Hidemi Suzuki, a prominent figure in classical music, particularly in Baroque performance, has been appointed as the chair of the jury for the prestigious 24th International Johann Sebastian Bach Competition. Suzuki, celebrated for his mastery and profound understanding of Baroque music, brings decades of experience and a unique perspective to this distinguished role. Suzuki’s musical journey boasts significant accomplishments and contributions to the field. Notably, he was a founding member of the Bach Collegium Japan, an ensemble highly regarded for its performances and recordings of J.S. Bach’s church cantatas and … Read more