Where does the Berlin International Film Festival take place?

www.berlinale.de. The Berlin International Film Festival (German: Internationale Filmfestspiele Berlin), usually called the Berlinale, is a film festival held annually in Berlin, Germany. Founded in West Berlin in 1951, the festival has been held every February since 1978.

Who was the first director of the Berlin Film Festival?

The Berlin International Film Festival was founded in West Berlin in 1951, with film historian Dr. Alfred Bauer as its first director, a position he would hold until 1976. Alfred Hitchcock’s Rebecca opened the first festival which ran from June 6–17th.

Which is the highest prize at the Berlin Film Festival?

The Silver Bear statue. The Golden Bear (German: Goldener Bär) is the highest prize awarded for the best film at the Berlin International Film Festival. “Silver Bear” redirects here. For other uses, see Silver Bear (disambiguation).

When is the 69th Berlin International Film Festival?

At some high-profile feature film premieres held during the festival, movie stars and celebrities are present on the red carpet. The 69th Berlin International Film Festival took place from 7 to 17 February 2019.

The Berlin International Film Festival (German: Internationale Filmfestspiele Berlin), usually called the Berlinale, is a film festival held annually in Berlin, Germany. Founded in West Berlin in 1951, the festival has been held every February since 1978 and is one of the “Big Three” alongside the Venice Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival.

How old is the Venice International Film Festival?

Two initiatives of the Venice Production Bridge. The honour to the iconic American actress will be awarded on Wednesday September 8th in the Palazzo del Cinema. The Venice Film Festival was founded in 1932 and will celebrate its 78th edition in 2021.

How many people attend the Berlin Film Festival?

The film festival, EFM, and other satellite events are attended by around 20,000 professionals from over 130 countries. More than 4,200 journalists produce media coverage in over 110 countries. At some high-profile feature film premieres held during the festival, movie stars and celebrities are present on the red carpet.