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Discover the work of British filmmaker and video essayist Charlie Shackelton, winner of last year's Sundance NEXT innovator Award, in the context of his first retrospective in Spain at Documenta Madrid. The post Interview with filmmaker Charlie Shackleton at Documenta Madrid 2026 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

For actress Élodie Bouchez, acting with children with a genetic syndrome in Laetitia Masson's "Ulysse", including the director's own teenage son Alphonse Roberts, was like a dance The post “Ulysse”, an interview with director Laetitia Masson and actress Élodie Bouchez appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Adèle Exarchopoulos on her collaboration with Christophe Honoré on "Orange-Flavoured Wedding": 'My friend Vincent Lacoste said, "Follow me, he's a great director!", and he did not disappoint!' The post “Orange-Flavoured Wedding”, an interview with actress Adèle Exarchopoulos appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

The 73rd edition of the Sydney Film Festival runs from the 3rd to the 14th of June in various locations across Sydney, featuring more thah 250 films from 81 countries, including Cannes winners and groundbreaking new voices. The post Sydney Film Festival, interview with festival director Nashen Moodley appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Diary of a Chambermaid", by Radu Jude explores everyday life and hidden power struggles, blending theatre, montage, and social satire, based on the book from Octave Mirbeau, and told in an inspired way under the direction of Radu Jude. The post “Diary Of A Chambermaid”, interview with director Radu Jude appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Benoît Magimel and Bastien Bouillon, who play two antagonistic figures in Léa Mysius' tense Palme d'Or contender "The Birthday Party", talk script, back story, and on-set surprises The post “The Birthday Party”, an interview with actors Benoît Magimel and Bastien Bouillon appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

What Bruno Dumont envisions in "Red Rocks" is 'the world of tomorrow': 'we don't want rules, prescriptions, overprotection, constant interference: we want freedom.' The post “Red Rocks”, interview with director Bruno Dumont  appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Director Viesturs Kairiss discusses Ulya at Cannes 2026, exploring identity, Soviet Latvia and the human story behind Ulyana Semyonova. The post “Ulya”, interview with the director Viesturs Kairiss appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning, Joe Cole and Jay Lycurgo play two friends at a crossroads and discover that the best way to build a character is to leave your inhibitions at the door The post “I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning”, interview with actors Joe Cole and Jay Lycurgo appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning, Anthony Boyle and Lola Petticrew reflect on what it means to be thirty, working-class and stuck in a world that no longer keeps its promises The post “I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning”, interview with actors Anthony Boyle and Lola Petticrew appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Titanic Ocean, Konstantina Kotzamani plunges into a Japanese boarding school for professional mermaids and finds a story about adolescence, fantasy and the struggle to speak for yourself The post “Titanic Ocean”, Interview with director Konstantina Kotzamani appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Rehearsals for a Revolution, Pegah Ahangarani weaves forty years of Iranian history into a deeply personal documentary and turns memory itself into an act of resistance The post “Rehearsals for a Revolution”, interview with director Pegah Ahangarani appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Che Guevara: The Last Companions, Christophe Dimitri Reveille pieces together the untold escape of Che's last fighters and finds that loyalty, betrayal and truth are never black and white The post “Che Guevara: The Last Companions”, interview with director Christophe Dimitri Reveille appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

In "Madame", French director Hélène Rosselet-Ruiz digs into the themes of femininity and exploitation by sharing house with the secret mistress of a Saudi Sheikh The post “Madame”, an interview with director Hélène Rosselet-Ruiz and actress Malou Khebizi appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Reza Fahriyansyah and Ananth Subramaniam discuss Holy Crowd at Cannes 2026, exploring miracles, herd mentality and collective obsession. The post “Holy Crowd”, interview with the directors Reza Fahriyansyah and Ananth Subramaniam appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Aina Clotet discusses Viva at Cannes 2026, exploring desire, illness, emotional dependence and the fear of loneliness. The post “Viva”, interview with the director and protagonist Aina Clotet appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

In Cannes, Koji Fukada discusses Nagi Notes, a film about loneliness, artistic observation and the invisible tensions connecting rural Japan to the wider world. The post “Nagi Notes”, interview with the director Koji Fukada appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Emma Barboni of Emilia Romagna Film Commission presents us all the actions through which the institution boosts regional film production, festivals, and international co-productions, fostering Italy's vibrant audiovisual ecosystem. The post Interview with Emma Barboni of Emilia Romagna Film Commission appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Listen Global Critics Cannes Voice! Exclusive and thoughtful conversations with leading international film critics, and in-depth analysis of the most anticipated films of the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post Highlights and film critics from the 79th Cannes Film Festival – episode 18/05 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Exclusive interview with Katie Schuck, Dalls Film Commissioner, recorded in collaboration with Cinema&Video International at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post The Market Insider: “Atonement”, interview with Dallas Film Commissioner, Katie Schuck appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover how "The End of It" explores survival and societal control in a compelling sci-fi debut shot in Tenerife, blending black humor with urgent future themes. The post The Market Insider: “The End of it”, interview with the producer, Adrià Monés appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Will Sharpe discusses grief, vulnerability and animation in "In Waves", opening film of Cannes Critics' Week by Phuong-Mai Nguyen. The post “In Waves”, interview with the actor Will Sharpe appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Friuli Venezia Giulia Film Commission leverages its diverse landscapes and 26 years of expertise to boost local film productions and attract Hollywood projects. We talked about it with one of its founders Gianluca Novel. The post Interview with Gianluca Novel, Film Commissioner of Film Commission Friuli Venezia Giulia appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Talking with Production manager Francesca Melis, we discover how Sardegna Film Commission boosts local and international productions with funding, location incentives, and innovative projects in film and sound design. The post Interview with Francesca Melis, Production Manager of Sardegna Film Commission appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

We discover, through the words of its director Alessandro Voglino, how the Film Commission Abruzzo is revitalizing the region's cinema industry with €4M funding, fostering local talent, and attracting international productions. The post Interview with Alex Voglino, Director of Abruzzo Film Commission appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Atonement", first feature by Reed Van Dyk, presented in the Directors Fortnight in Cannes reveals the deep emotional scars of war and the power of empathy, exploring healing and understanding beyond enemy lines in a compelling story. The post “Atonement”, interview with the director Reed Van Dyk and the actors Boyd Holbrook and Gheed appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover Titanic Ocean, a coming-of-age fantasy about aspiring mermaids, shot across Japan and Europe. An enchanting, boundary-crossing film you can't miss! The post The Market Insider: “Titanic Ocean”, interview with the producer, Maria Drandaki appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Listen Global Critics Cannes Voice! Exclusive and thoughtful conversations with leading international film critics, and in-depth analysis of the most anticipated films of the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post Highlights and film critics from the 79th Cannes Film Festival – episode 16/05 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Butterfly Jam, Talha Akdogan, Riley Keough and Harry Melling explore the tenderness hidden inside a story of pride, masculinity and bad decisions The post “Butterfly Jam”, interview with actors Talha Akdogan, Riley Keough and Harry Melling appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With The Meltdown, Manuela Martelli and Saskia Rosendahl trace the shape of silence and the danger of a memory that fades too easily The post “The Meltdown”, interview with director Manuela Martelli and actress Saskia Rosendahl appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover why Gentle Monster stands out with its intense societal themes, strong cast, and European co-production, making it a compelling and investment-worthy film. Recorded in collaboration with Cinema&Video International at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post The Market Insider: “Gentle Monster”, interview with IPR.VC Investment Manager Darragh Matthews appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Listen Global Critics Cannes Voice! Exclusive and thoughtful conversations with leading international film critics, and in-depth analysis of the most anticipated films of the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post Highlights and film critics from the 79th Cannes Film Festival – episode 14/05 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover Ting, a dark fantasy period drama set in 1918 Italy, blending compelling coming-of-age storytelling with striking historical and fantastical elements. This interview was recorded in collaboration with Cinema&Video International at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post The Market Insider: “Ting”, interview with the producer Roberto Cavallini appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Real stories can drive filmmaking, but funding remains the biggest challenge for new projects today" The post Stephen Frears, interview with the director at the Riviera International Film Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Exclusive interview with producer Stefano Mutolo, coordinator of the Derry Social Club, recorded in collaboration with Cinema&Video International at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post The Market Insider: interview with producer Stefano Mutolo, Coordinator of the Derry Social Club appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Conference of the birds" by director Amin Motallebzadeh explores themes of unity, spirituality, and collective struggle through a subtle yet powerful sports allegory. The post “Conference of the birds”, interview with director Amin Motallebzadeh appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Kiss and be friends" by director Ana Baldini explores friendship, anxiety, and modern culture with humor and satire, delving into generation gaps and urban alienation in Lisbon's transient backdrop. The post “Kiss and be friends”, interview with director Ana Baldini and screenwriter Roly Witherow appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"According to love" by director Rodrigo Bras Teixeira captures fleeting emotional moments and authentic relationships, offering a raw, immersive look at love and heartbreak. The post “According to love”, interview with director Rodrigo Braz Teixeira and actor Filipe Cates appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"A River's Gaze" by director Andreea Cristina Borțun explores memory, belonging, and time through a silent river that observes and shapes the lives of a rural family in Romania. The post “A river’s gaze”, interview with director Andreea Cristina Borțun appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Exploring the magical world of Aardman Animations with Peter Lord: celebrating 50 years of unforgettable characters, British humor, and innovative stop-motion craft that has reached worldwide audiences. The post Interview with Peter Lord, co-founder and creative director of Aardman Animations appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Ciao UFO" is a poignant time capsule of Hong Kong. Discover how director Patrick Leung blends urban legends with the moving reality of a vanishing city. The post “Ciao UFO”, Interview with director Patrick Leung appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Far East Film Festival jury member Mabel Cheung discusses the importance of preserving Hong Kong's history and searching for honesty in new Asian cinema. The post Interview with director and jury member Mabel Cheung appeared first on Fred Film Radio.