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Broadcast Pro
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Asghar Farhadi to lead screenwriting and directing masterclass in Dubai
The masterclass will be conducted in Persian with simultaneous English translation. Iranian filmmaker and screenwriter Asghar Farhadi is set to lead a two-day masterclass in Dubai on May 30 and 31 (corresponding to the 9th and 10th of Khordad), marking his first such event in the city. Organised by Bamdad International House in collaboration with Tangie Event & Media Production, the masterclass promises a rare opportunity for cinema enthusiasts and professionals to engage directly with the filmmaker. The first session will focus on the art of screenwriting, taking participants through the entire process from concept development to final script. The second day will shift to the craft of directing, offering insights into Farhadi's unique creative approach behind the camera. Farhadi, a two-time Academy Award winner for A Separation and The Salesman, is known for his deeply human narratives and nuanced storytelling. His work has earned numerous international honours, including the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival for A Hero and the Silver Bear for Best Director at the Berlin Film Festival for About Elly. The latter film notably marked a turning point in modern cinema, prompting praise from legendary actor Robert De Niro, who described it as 'a mesmerising story that breaks through borders and deepens our understanding of a shared world.' Farhadi began his cinematic career with his first feature film, Dancing in the Dust in 2003. His international fame grew with his fourth film, About Elly, in 2009, which won the Silver Bear for Best Director at the 59th Berlin International Film Festival. Asghar Farhadi has significantly enhanced the status of Iranian cinema on the international stage. His films are known for their narrative style that addresses social and ethical issues through multi-dimensional and realistic characters. Farhadi uses everyday tensions and intricate details to build dramatic plots that explore themes such as honour, justice and human relationships. In recognition of his artistic achievements, Farhadi has been named among Foreign Policy magazine's top 100 global thinkers and was awarded the French Order of Arts and Letters, a testament to his impact on global arts and culture. The upcoming masterclass will be conducted in Persian, with simultaneous English translation available, allowing a broader international audience to benefit from Farhadi's insights and experience.
Korea Herald
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Jeonju Intl. Film Fest kicks off 26th edition with 224 films
The Jeonju International Film Festival, South Korea's premier platform for indie and art house cinema, kicks off Wednesday featuring 224 films from 57 countries. The 26th edition of the annual festival will begin its 10-day run with an opening ceremony at 6:30 p.m. at the Sori Arts Center in Jeonju, located about 190 kilometers south of Seoul. Following the ceremony, the Romanian film "Kontinental '25," directed and written by Radu Jude, will open the festival, JIFF said. The comedy-drama film depicts the moral crisis a bailiff suffers after a homeless man she tries to evict commits suicide. It won the Silver Bear for Best Screenplay at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February. JIFF will conclude with the Korean documentary film "In the Land of Machines," directed by Kim Ok-young. The film follows the lives of three migrant workers from Nepal employed in South Korea. Throughout the festival, 224 movies will be screened across Jeonju. Among them, 80 films will have their global premieres at the festival. A special section focusing on democracy will feature six films that examine political upheaval around the world, offering reflections on South Korea's recent political crisis following impeached former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law. The "J Special: Programmer of the Year" section, now in its fifth year, features actress Lee Jung-hyun. She has selected three films to present: Park Chan-wook's "Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance," Hirokazu Koreeda's "Nobody Knows" and the Dardenne brothers' "L'Enfant." JIFF will also screen works featuring the actress, including her debut movie, "A Petal" (1996). (Yonhap)
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hong Sangsoo's ‘What Does That Nature Say to You' Lands Distribution Deals Across Multiple Territories
Korean auteur Hong Sangsoo's latest Berlinale competition entry 'What Does That Nature Say to You' has secured distribution deals across multiple territories, Seoul-based sales agent Finecut has revealed. The film has been picked up by Arizona Films (France), Ama Films (Greece & Cyprus), Minerva Pictures (Italy), L'atalante Cinema (Spain), Cola Films (Taiwan) and The Cinema Guild (U.S.). Hong's minimalist drama, which follows a young poet who spends a day with his girlfriend's family, marks the director's 12th film to screen at the Berlinale. The pic stars Ha Seongguk ('A Traveler's Needs,' 'Mimang') and Kwon Haehyo ('A Traveler's Needs,' 'By the Stream'). More from Variety 'Walking With Dinosaurs' on the Slate as BBC Studios, ABC Australia Renew Partnership - Global Bulletin 'What Does That Nature Say to You' Review: Hong Sangsoo Takes a Blurry Lens to Early Adulthood Venkatesh's 'Sankranthiki Vasthunam' Powers Indian Box Office to $116 Million in January - Global Bulletin According to Finecut, the film's world premiere in Berlin was met with laughter and enthusiasm, with Hong's signature subtle humor resonating strongly with audiences and international buyers alike. The prolific filmmaker has become a Berlinale darling in recent years, collecting an array of Silver Bear awards. Hong won the Silver Bear grand jury prize for 'A Traveler's Needs' in 2024 and 'The Novelist's Film' in 2022, the Silver Bear for best screenplay for 'Introduction' in 2021, and the Silver Bear for best director for 'The Woman Who Ran' in 2020. United Media and Met Film are developing 'Queen Panther,' a documentary series chronicling the extraordinary life of Olivera Ćirković, the former leader of the infamous Pink Panther criminal organization. The series will explore Ćirković's remarkable journey from celebrated Yugoslav national basketball star to criminal mastermind who became Interpol's most wanted fugitive, and her eventual path to redemption. Ćirković was once a national sports hero in both Greece and former Yugoslavia, playing professionally for Greek club Pangrati and helping them reach champion level. Her life took a dramatic turn after falling in love with a criminal who introduced her to the Pink Panthers network. She quickly ascended the ranks, becoming a key figure known for her skills as a thief and leadership abilities. After a heist went wrong, Ćirković was sentenced to eight years in a high-security prison. During her second incarceration, she executed a daring escape from Athens' notorious Korydallos prison, becoming the only inmate ever to successfully break out of the facility. The series will be filmed across Serbia, Greece, and other international locations. Executive producers include Al Morrow, Stewart le Maréchal, Rebecca Banovic, and Jerry Rothwell, with Met Film Sales handling worldwide distribution. United Media is also developing a scripted series based on Ćirković's autobiographical book 'Me, The Pink Panther.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
Korea Herald
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Hong Sang-soo fails to clinch Golden Bear at 75th Berlinale
Pregnant Kim Min-hee seen accompanying Hong to Berlinale Renowned Korean filmmaker and Berlinale regular Hong Sang-soo fell short of winning the Golden Bear at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival on Saturday. Hong's latest drama, "What Does That Nature Say to You," competed for the event's top honor. The film follows a young poet who takes his girlfriend to visit her parents, setting the stage for an intimate family encounter. The Golden Bear was awarded to Dag Johan Haugerud for "Dreams (Sex Love)," the final installment in his "Sex Love Dreams" trilogy. The Norwegian film centers on the turmoil that ensues when a young woman's writings about her crush on a teacher are discovered by her mother and grandmother. This year's Berlinale, taking place from Feb. 13 to Sunday, in Berlin, Germany, featured seven Korean films, including Bong Joon-ho's sci-fi film "Mickey 17," invited for a Special Gala screening, and Min Kyu-dong's "The Old Woman with the Knife," which premiered as part of the Berlinale Special program. This year's edition marks Hong's sixth invitation to the prestigious festival. Over the years, he has amassed four Berlinale awards: the Silver Bear for Best Director in 2020 ("The Woman Who Ran"), the Silver Bear for Best Screenplay in 2021 ("Introduction"), the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize in 2022 ("The Novelist's Film"), and the same award in 2024 ("A Traveler's Needs"). The Silver Bear marks the second-highest honor at the event. Additionally, Hong's 2017 film "On the Beach at Night Alone" earned lead actress Kim Min-hee the Silver Bear for Best Actress at the 67th Berlinale. Kim, who has been in a relationship with Hong since 2017, has lived with Hong for nine years. In January, it was revealed that the couple was expecting their first child together. She was seen accompanying Hong to this year's Berlinale.
South China Morning Post
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Coming-of-age drama, Chinese director win Berlin film festival awards
Published: 9:47am, 23 Feb 2025 Updated: 9:48am, 23 Feb 2025 Dreams (Sex Love) , a tender coming-of-age drama about a young woman's first crush on a teacher and the art of writing won the Golden Bear top prize at the 75th Berlin Film Festival. The grand jury Silver Bear prize was awarded to Brazilian filmmaker Gabriel Mascaro's film The Blue Trail , a dystopian story set in the Amazon about an elderly woman who chooses to reject living the rest of her life in a senior housing colony. Chinese director Huo Meng won best director for Living the Land , his feature about four generations of farmers. The Golden Bear-winning film by Dag Johan Haugerud, starring Ella Overbye, is the last in a three-part series by the Norwegian director exploring emotional and physical intimacy. Chinese film director Huo Meng waves to the audience as he leaves the stage after being awarded the Silver Bear for best director for his film Living the Land in Berlin. Photo: AFP The jury president, American director Todd Haynes, praised the film's flawless performances and clear-sighted observations about desire, and how it portrayed the act of writing.
