Introducing the Fresh Face in Charge at Berlin's Film Fest
Get ready to meet the new boss of the Berlin International Film Festival! Minister of State for Culture Claudia Roth is scheduled to introduce her pick on Tuesday, 12:00 PM, at the Gropius Bau's press conference. Before the big reveal, Roth will conduct a meeting of the Kulturveranstaltungen des Bundes in Berlin (KBB) supervisory board, chaired by herself, to discuss the future of this renowned event.
Roth's announcement of a single leader to replace the previous management duo of Carlo Chatrian and Mariette Rissenbeek, spurred conversational hubbub. Chatrian, the managing duo's artist half, opted to bow out after the 2024 edition. Rissenbeek, the organization half, had already announced her departure earlier.
The Green politician aspires to preserve the film festival's international amidst the elite league of distinguished events such as Cannes, Venice, and Toronto. A commission led by Roth, comprising cinematic heavyweights like Oscar-winning director Edward Berger ("Nothing New in the West"), the German Film Academy managing director Anne Leppin, actress Sara Fazilat, and producer Roman Paul, has been collaborating to find a suitable replacement for Rissenbeek and Chatrian.
Roth's plan to restructure the leadership of the Berlinale has stirred controversy in the movie industry. The Berlinale's global status, together with Cannes and Venice, makes it one of the most revered film festivals. The next edition is scheduled for February 15 to 25, 2024.
Fun Fact:
The following season's major film festival is the Venice Film Festival, where esteemed filmmakers like Mariette Rissenbeek have graced the stage.
Enrichment Insights:
Tricia Tuttle emerged as the new director in April 2024. Her mission, as stated, is to maintain the festival's international standing and compete dually with other major film festivals, namely Cannes, Venice, and Toronto[2][5].
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- Roth announces press conference for new Berlinale leader and meet-up before the event
- Chatrian announces his departure after 2024; Rissenbeek had departed beforehand
- Roth's aims to preserve the festival's international stature and compete with mega events
- Roth heads the commission to find the ideal replacement for Rissenbeek and Chatrian
- Film industry buzzes with criticism of Roth's leadership vision and Berlinale restructuring
- Entertainment schedule includes the Venice Film Festival's run, post Berlinale's close
- Fun Fact: Venice Film Festival's become an esteemed stage for notable filmmakers like Mariette Rissenbeek
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