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The Festival Beat N°1120 and a Happy new year
THE FESTIVAL BEAT MAKER ! SHARING MOTION AND EMOTION SINCE 1995Wishing you happy new year
I take this opportunity to extend our warmest wishes for a successful new year on the festival circuit. We are working hard on a new version of our platform to better serve our community. Filmfestivals.com was established in 1995 before google existed, turned into a social network in 2006 with a blog platform welcoming festivals and film professionnals with some 120 000 articles.In the meantime we are busy maintaining the old site and offering some visibility and promotion in our temp dailies
EMAIL US FOR PROMO OPTIONSFOLLOW US :With other 11 000 festivals worldwide which we cover: no surprise reaching the '1100' mark for our newsletters count. We proudly share our knowledge of the Festival circuit with our community and really hope our audience will ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE. In case you missed any of these 1100+ newsletters ... you ll find them all here. > PALM SPRINGS FILM FESTIVAL in focusAdrian Brody on the Red Carpet at the Palm Springs FF Award show Friday night and will be at the Golden Globes next
We well remember the Premiere of the “The Pianist,” in Cannes where the audience applause shook the room during ahhhh standing ovation. Adrian went on to win the Academy Award that year at the age of 29. The youngest to ever achieve that honor. And now having won many critic awards, will he win tonight at the Golden Globes with its International audience and voting members. ...
PSIFF Honored Wicked's Ariana Grande with The Rising Star Award
The Palm Springs International Film Awards announced that Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global star Ariana Grande was the recipient of the Rising Star Award for her performance in Universal Pictures’ Wicked, her first starring role i...
PSIFF Awards Kieran Culkin with the Breakthrough Performance Award
The Palm Springs International Film Awards announced that Kieran Culkin is the recipient of the Breakthrough Performance Award, Actor for his performance in A Real Pain. The Film Awards took place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the festival running January 2-13, 2025. The event was presented by Silvercrest and sponsored by Entertainment Tonight. &...
PSIFF Honored Nicole Kidman with International Star Award
The Palm Springs International Film Awards announced that Nicole Kidman is the recipient of the International Star Award for her performance in Babygirl. The Film Awards took place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the festival running January 2-13, 2025. The event was presented by Silvercrest and sponsored by Entertainment Tonight. “Nicole Kidman once again...
Angelina Jolie will receive the Desert Palm Achievement Award in Palm Springs on January 3, 2025
The Palm Springs International Film Awards has announced that Angelina Jolie is the recipient of the Desert Palm Achievement Award, Actress, for Pablo Larraín's Maria. The Film Awards will take place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the festival running January 2-13, 2025. The event will be presented by Silvercrest and sponsored by Entertainment Tonight. "Maria presents the iconic Angelina Jolie in the role of a lifetime as she em...
The Palm Springs International Film Awards to honour Denis Villeneuve with the Visionary Award for Dune: Part Two
The Palm Springs International Film Awards has announced that Denis Villeneuve will receive the Visionary Award for Dune: Part Two. The Film Awards will take place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the festival running January 2-13, 2025. The event will be presented by Silvercrest and sponsored by Entertainment Tonight. “Denis Villeneuve has once again pushed the boundaries of cinematic storytelling with Dune: Part Two. His visionary direction and u...
Palm Springs International Film Festival Announces Talking Pictures Program
Conversations to include guests from films Babygirl, A Real Pain, Sing Sing, and Wicked; Emilia Pérez and Maria to be presented by Women In Motion The Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) has announced the lineup for its Talking Pictures program, featuring in-depth discussions with actors being honored at the Palm Springs International Film Awards. This year’s program includes Babygirl with Nicole Kidman; Emilia Pérez with director Jacques Audiard as w...
The line up for the 36th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) announced
Fest to Open with “Better Man” and Close with “The Penguin Lessons” Complete Line-up Includes 35 International Feature Film Oscar Submissions, a Spanish Film Focus, Pedro Almodóvar Spotlight, Talking Pictures, New Voices New Visions, Modern Masters, True Stories and World Cinema Now The 36th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) announced that the Fes...
Timothée Chalamet to be awarded at Palm Springs International Film Awards
PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM AWARDS TO HONOR TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET WITH THE CHAIRMAN’S AWARD The Palm Springs International Film Awards has announced that Timothée Chalamet is the recipient of the Chairman’s Award for his performance in Searchlight Pictures’ A Complete Unknown from James Mangold. The Film Awards will take place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the festival running J...
The BRUTALIST: ADRIAN BRODY IS AMAZING, CONCLAVE. I'M STILL ALIVE
I spoke with David Ansen from the PSIFF and he said "The Brutalist" and Adrian Brody were amazing. He had just returned from London where he saw three plays, one with John Lithgow, who arrived on the red carpet for the award show gala with Ralph Fiennes, and Isabella Rossellini who lives in Rome. When asked about all the fine restaurants in Rome, she said Stanley Tucci who was also present for the magnificent film “Conclave,” knew more. Isabella looked rad...
Writer-director Jesse Eisenberg and Kiernan Culkin who received the BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE AWARD at Palm Springs Award Gala
"A Real Pain" is nominated for 4 Golden Globes, the road trip movie is the story of two cousins traveling to Poland from NY. The cousins reflect on their lives and how their grandmother Dora, impacted them. They are emersing themselves in a heritage tour, connecting with the collective trauma of the pain of generations. Will it win tonight at the GOLDEN GLOBES? ...
> INDIA IN FOCUS by Siraj SyedThird Eye Asian Film Festival opens its eyes for the 21st time on January 10
Third Eye Asian Film Festival opens its eyes for the 21st time on January 10 A regular fixture for Mumbaikars and environs inhabitants, a hallmark of Maharashtra's film culture, the Third Eye Asian Film Festival will be held from January 10th to January 16, 2025, in Mumbai and Thane, at the outskirts of Mumbai city. A curated selection of 61 films will be screened at MovieMax Theatres in Andheri, Sion, and Thane. The festival will open with the Chinese film 'The Black Dog', which ...
The Heist, by M.K. Shankar: Screenplay-dialogue book review
The Heist, by M.K. Shankar: Screenplay-dialogue book review Not many directors/writers publish the screenplay of a film they could not, or did not, make. So, it was surprising when M.K. Shankar, who I first met some 33 years ago, presented me a copy of The Heist, recently. The screenplay of The Heist-One World One Government, is not to be confused with The Heist, a 2024 Hindi-language crime thriller film, directed by Aditya Awandhe, starring Nad Sham, Suman Rao and Siddhanth Kapoor. The scree...
Sky Force trailer launch: Aerial action beyond enemy lines
Sky Force trailer launch: Aerial action beyond enemy lines After a spate of films about military engagement and espionage across the border, we have a movie that rises in the air and traces the action of the air force, in 1965. The film is titled Sky Force and its trailer was launched last week at the PVR Cineplex at Juhu, Mumbai. Starring Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan, the film introduces Veer Paharia, an assistant director who graduates to a romantic lead with the film. Akshay and Veer wer...
> FESTIVALS IN FOCUSClermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival, a close look at all the selections
The 47th Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival is set to begin in just under a month. Following the announcement of the films competing in the four main competitions, the festival now reveals the other categories that make up its Official Selection. XR Panorama, Young Audience screenings, short films by the new generation of African filmmakers... This new segment of the program promises to spotlight emerging creators of short films, shining a light on talent both local and from around th...
25th Atlanta Jewish Film Festival: A Tease of What’s to Come
Coming Together for a Cinematic Celebration of Community For 25 years, the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival has brought our community together through the magic of cinematic storytelling. From February 19 to March 16, 2025, join us as we celebrate a quarter-century of laughter, unforgettable memories, and the bold spirit that defines AJFF. Get ready for an extraordinary showcase of world cinema, featuring 50 films and 14 shorts from over 20 countries—coming soon...
Timely Medical Thriller Noble Vision Named Best Drama Feature at Second Sight International Film Festival in Pensacola, Florida
Timely medical drama/thriller Noble Vision continues its festival run on a high note, being named Best Drama Feature Award at the Second Sight International Film Festival in Pensacola, Florida, at a ceremony held on December 21st. Based on the best-selling novel by Gen LaGreca, the film tells the story of beautiful dancer Nicole Hudson, played by Rayna Wilson, who is blinded in a tragic accide...
The 2025 Berlinale Key Design
The Berlinale 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of the Berlin International Film Festival. The 75th Berlinale is also the first edition under the direction of Tricia Tuttle. For the first time, an animated key visual is at the centre of the design alongside the classic poster. This reflects the media shift towards digital channels and the importance of moving graphics in communication. The design places the Berlinale at the centre of a glowing visual interpretation of the theme...
The Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival unveils its competitions
THE FESTIVAL UNVEILS ITS COMPETITIONS The 47th Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival will take place from January 31 to February 8, 2025. Over 8,200 films from all continents were submitted, including nearly 2,000 French productions. The International Competition will feature 64 films from 49 nationalities. The Lab Competition will showcase 27 films from 20 countries. Finally, 52 French films, including 9 international co-productions, will be presen...
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"I'm Still Here" could have been the theme of the Golden Globes as Adrian Brody, Demi Moore and Fernanda Torres won
Last night, at the Golden Globes, "Conclave," won a Best Writing Award. Best Actor went to Adrian Brody, and like Adrian, Demi Moore won her first Globe Award ever. She was ready to give up acting when the script for "Substance," came along, and she and the film got some love in Cannes as well. The surprise of the night was the award for Fernanda Torres in, Walter Salles, "I'm Still Here." A title many of us can relate to. You can see the fil...
Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood - Xmas 2024.
Ho! Ho! Ho! Time to celebrate the good life at Universal Studios Hollywood. Once again this is the time when it wouldn’t be a Holiday if one cannot celebrate “Grinchmas”! Since they are babies rolled in a bugaboo stroller, we have been coming, with my three sons, to Universal Studios Hollywood (https://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/web/en/us ) to celebrate the end of the year and to zoom into the future of another brilliant coming era. Until January 6th you also ca...
> PEOPLE IN FOCUSThe Chinese director Jia Zhang ke “Caught by the Tides” will be the president of the jury at the 31st Vesoul Fest
Jia Zhang ke “Caught by the Tides” will be the president of the jury at the 31st Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinemas (11-18 February 2025). Today comes out in France «Caught by the Tides » by Jia Zhang ke. He will be the president of the international jury at the 31st Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema (11-18 February 2025), during which an exceptional tribute will be paid to him in the presence of his muse...
Zoe Saldaña will be honoured with the Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation at the 45th London Critics’ Circle Film Awards
Zoe Saldaña will be honoured with the Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation at the 45th London Critics’ Circle Film Awards on Sunday, 2nd February 2025. The Emilia Pérez actress will become the second recipient of the annual award, named in memory of the legendary critic Derek Malcolm, who died at 91 in August 2023. Cinematic trailblazer Actor and filmmaker Colman Domingo was the inaugural recipient earlier this year. “I’m honoured and thrilled...
Daniel Craig to be awarded Top Honour by London Film Critics
The Bond star will receive the Dilys Powell Award for Excellence in Film at the UK film critics' 45th annual ceremony on 2nd February 2025. The UK's leading film critics today announced that British acting powerhouse Daniel Craig will be awarded their top honour, the Dilys Powell Award for Excellence in Film, at the 45th London Critics' Circle Film Awards ceremony on Sunday 2nd February at The May Fair Hotel. “This is such an immense honour and I&r...
Julie Delpy to receive the Honorary Dragon Award at Göteborg Film Festival
Göteborg Film Festival announces the recipient of the 2025 Honorary Dragon Award: Julie Delpy. The acclaimed filmmaker and actor will attend the festival to accept the prestigious award, participate in a talk, and present her new film, Meet the Barbarians. The festival will also feature a retrospective showcasing some of Delpy’s most beloved films.
Todd Haynes to be Jury President of the Berlinale 2025
Todd Haynes © Samir Hussein / Wire Image The US-American director, screenwriter and producer Todd Haynes will be President of the International Jury of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. “Todd Haynes is a dazzlingly gifted writer and director with an impressive range; his body of work is at once stylistically versatile but also unmistakably his. Ever since his debut feature Poison won the TEDDY AWARD in 1991, the Berlinale has followed and loved his fil...
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