Sieglinde Hamacher was a virtuoso and experimental animation artist. During her time at the DEFA Trickfilm studio, she created wonderful philosophical film parables that - because they were always coupled with criticism and a pinch of black humor - regularly caused displeasure among the GDR ...
Mati Diop made history in 2019 when she became the first Person of Colour to win a top prize at the Cannes International Film Festival. The Senegalese-French director and actress has since been considered a star of global arthouse cinema - right now she is a jury member at the Film Festival in ...
For the first time this year, we have appointed eight independent juries to award the “Golden Horsemen” and special prizes in the International and National Competitions, as well as in the Regional Competition: The jury members in the International Jury consist of: The Dutch film curator ...
The 33 FILMFEST DRESDEN will start in less than 3 weeks! This year we present you 368 films in 17 venues! Have a look at our complete programme here. Mark your calendars: the advance ticket sale starts on 1 July at reservix and the known ticket agencies! Find more information on our programme in our ...
For the fourth time, the LUCA Film Award will honour short films at FILMFEST DRESDEN that send a clear signal for the acceptance of all genders, against sexism and against any discrimination. On Thursday, 15 July at 8 pm you can see the nominated shortlist for the award at a special screening at the ...
