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Acting tough: Korek Bojanowksi's debut examines abuse in film schools

It's no understatement to say Korek Bojanowski is the pride of Poland. His coming-of-age story, 'A Loss of Balance' has touched a nerve that's echoed far and wide. It was also Poland's choice to screen his debut feature in Brussels at the close the country's presidency of the European Union.

13/07/2025

Lifestyle

The 14 most stunning, talked-about looks from the Cannes Film Festival

From Alexander Skarsgård’s daring leather boots to Elle Fanning’s spellbinding crystal-embellished gown, here are some of the standout looks from this year’s festival.

26/05/2025

Culture news

Cannes Film Festival officially says 'non merci' to nudity

It's a 'non merci' from Cannes to any flesh on the red carpet (or any other area of the festival). The new policy has sparked attention, as sheer and "nude dresses" are a current red carpet staple...

13/05/2025

Culture news

The best of Cannes: 5 Palme d'Or winners that defined modern cinema

As Cannes 2025 rolls out the red carpet this week, we revisit 5 Palme d’Or winners from the past 25 years that truly left their mark - from Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite to Gus Van Sant’s haunting Elephant.

12/05/2025

Cinema

Cannes 2025: Everything you need to know about this year’s jury

The 78th Cannes Film Festival is set to showcase a diverse and star-studded jury led by the acclaimed French actress Juliette Binoche, who will preside over the selection of this year’s prestigious Palme d’Or. Here’s who will be joining her on the jury.

29/04/2025

Cinema

Defending tradition and language at Geneva'sHuman Rights Film Festival

'Children of Honey' highlights the struggle of the Hadzabe community to preserve its traditions and language. It was one a dozen documentary films shortlisted as part of the 'Impact Days' programme organised by the International Film Festival and Forum for Human Rights in Geneva.

17/03/2025

Culture news

Japanese cinema wins big at Portugal's Fantasporto film awards

'Dollhouse', presented at the world premiere, was the winner of the fantastic cinema competition at the Porto festival and promises to become a "J-horror" classic.

10/03/2025

Cinema

David Lynch to be honoured at 52nd edition of Film Fest Gent

The director’s 1980 film 'The Elephant Man' will be the centrepiece of this year's World Soundtrack Academy’s Film Music Composition Contest.

07/03/2025

Cinema

Explore AI in film at Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival

The 27th Thessaloniki International Documentary Film Festival is set to bring over 260 documentaries to the big screen, with dozens of world premieres and an AI-themed tribute.

05/03/2025

Cinema

Berlinale 2025: The 10 movies we can’t wait to watch

The 75th Berlin International Film Festival kicks off next week, and this year’s line-up looks very promising... Here are our most anticipated titles of this anniversary edition.

07/02/2025

Cinema

Berlin Film Festival reveals promising 2025 Competition line-up

New films by Richard Linklater, Lucile Hadžihalilović, Radu Jude and Berlinale ubiquitous Hong Sang-soo will compete for this year's Golden Bear. Here's the lowdown on one of the most promising Berlinale line-ups in recent years.

21/01/2025

Cinema

Tilda Swinton to receive honorary Golden Bear at Berlinale 2025

The award-winning actress will be honoured for her career with this lifetime achievement award. New Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle has said Tilda Swinton brings "humanity, compassion, intelligence, humour and style" to cinema.

20/12/2024

Cinema

Making ties that bind: Morocco's cinema screenings for young audiences

Morocco has been making significant investments in its cinema industry in recent years with the aim of fostering a vibrant culture, and inspiring its youth to embrace the magic of the silver screen.

12/12/2024

Cinema

Happy Holidays wins Golden Star at Marrakech Film Festival

The 21st edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival ended with an emotionally-charged awards ceremony.

08/12/2024

Cinema

Marrakech Film Festival opens with Jude Law hunting 'The Order'

Euronews Culture reports from the Marrakech Film Festival in Morocco, one of the largest in the Middle East and North Africa. As it celebrates its 21st edition, the week-long event is increasingly making its presence felt, well beyond its borders.

30/11/2024

Cinema

Viggo Mortensen on his return to directing with 'The Dead Don't Hurt'

With an extensive career as an actor, the Danish-American is back behind the camera with a second feature film. He speaks to Euronews about the experience.

30/11/2024

Cinema

David Cronenberg on body horror, Trump and 'The Shrouds'

The creator of a bizarre and unique cinematic universe, the celebrated Canadian director was in Lisbon to present his latest film, 'The Shrouds', which won the Grand Jury Prize at the 18th edition of LEFFEST.

21/11/2024

Cinema

Todd Haynes named as Jury President of 75th Berlin Film Festival

US director Todd Haynes ('Far From Heaven', 'Carol', 'May December') will be president of the international jury of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival.

15/11/2024

Cinema

Thriller about electing a pope comes close to current Vatican debates

'Conclave' draws the crowds at the Rome Film Festival near the Vatican, but is it too close to the bone for Pope Francis?

27/10/2024

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

Frieze London highlights, controversial Donald Trump film 'The Apprentice', Lumière Festival in Lyon and Charli XCX returns for Brat autumn with a remix album.

12/10/2024