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Alpha, Ducournau's Cannes comeback, stars Tahar Rahim in a mesmerizing performance The post “Alpha”, interview with actor Tahar Rahim appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Alpha by Julia Ducornau, marks the director's comeback in Cannes competition after the Palme d'Or with Titane in 2021 The post “Alpha”, interview with director Julia Ducornau appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Renoir, in the Cannes 78's competition, is Hayakawa's more intimate and personal project after Plan 75 The post “Renoir”, interview with director Chie Hayakawa appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
My father's shadow, a semi-autobiographical film set in 1993's Nigeria about two little brothers and the last trip with their father The post “My father's shadow”, interview with director Akinola Davis Jr. appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
In "Nino", in many ways reminiscent of Agnès Varda's "Cleo from 5 to 7", director Pauline Loquès focuses on trivial, daily things, which she says are her primary material, to explore "what happens when nothing happens" The post “Nino”, an interview with director Pauline Loquès appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Director Neeraj Ghaywan discusses Homebound at Cannes 78—an emotional tale of friendship, dignity, and identity rooted in real-life inspiration. The post “Homebound”, interview with the director Neeraj Ghaywan appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
The Phoenician Scheme by Wes Anderson, in Cannes' competition sees the participation of newcomers Mia Threapleton and Riz Ahmed and welcomes back Richard Ayoade The post “The Phoenician Scheme”, interview with actors Mia Threapleton, Riz Ahmed and Richard Ayoade appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
The Phoenician Scheme by Wes Anderson, at Cannes 78, is a family story with a vintage old Hollywood's era look The post “The Phoenician Scheme”, interview with actors Benicio Del Toro and Michael Cera appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Interview with Kirill Serebrennikov and August Diehl on The Disappearance of Josef Mengele at Cannes 78 – a chilling look at evil, complicity, and justice. The post “The Disappearance of Josef Mengele”, interview with the director Kirill Serebrennikov and the actor August Diehl appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Diego Céspedes brought to Cannes, in the Un Certain Regard section, his first feature film " The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo", a fascinating and heartfelt story of self affirmation and resilience of a queer family in Chile, seen through the eyes of a 12 y.o. girl. Touching and funny, [...] The post “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo”, interview with the director Diego Céspedes appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Valéry Carnoy, director of "Wild Foxes" : "All the others are obsessed by Camille because he is a genius at his sport, but all this obsession and this 'love' is like a punishment for him. It's like a psychological jail." The post “Wild Foxes”, an interview with director Valéry Carnoy appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Left-Handed Girl, Sean Baker's producer Shih-Ching Tsou's first solo project, lands at the Semaine de la Critique The post “Left-Handed Girl”, interview with director Shih-Ching Tsou appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Fuori by Mario Martone, in competition at Cannes 78, marks Matilda De Angelis' first time at the Festival The post “Fuori”, interview with actress and Shooting Star 2018 Matilda De Angelis appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Alice Douard's directorial debut, Love Letters, at the Semaine de la critique, sees Monia Chokri pairing up with Ella Rumpf The post “Love Letters”, interview with actress and Shooting Star 2020 Ella Rumpf appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"We are humans, but in the end, we are animals" The post “Amrum”, interview with director Fatih Akin appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
La Ola, the feminist musical from Oscar Winner for A Fantastic Woman, Sebastián Lelio lands Cannes Premiere The post “La Ola”, interview with director Sebastián Lelio appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
“Mama”, the debut feature film by director Or Sinai, was presented as a Special Screening at the 78th Festival de Cannes. A journey into the emotional layers of her protagonist Mila, a Polish immigrant torn between multiple homes and identities. The post “Mama”, interview with the director Or Sinai appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"Promised Sky" director, Erige Sehiri, on this Tunis-set story: "We have stories about migrants arriving in Europe and struggling in Europe, but we don't have the stories from before, when they are stopped somewhere, stopped or stuck." The post “Promised Sky”, an interview with director Erige Sehiri appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Director Pedro Pinho on the concept of "I Only Rest in the Storm": "I wanted to continue to explore the concept of polyphony, of creating a situation where different voices come together to reflect upon a given subject." The post “I Only Rest in the Storm”, an interview with director Pedro Pinho appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"AI scares us now, but I believe in a good story telling" The post Matt Dillon, interview with the actor at the Riviera International Film Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"I have always chosen projects I've made following my instincts" The post Rufus Sewell, interview with the actor at the Riviera International Film Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
In "¿De qué casa eres?" director Ana Perez Quiroga traces the deep scars and resilience shaped by war, displacement, and identity. The post “¿De qué casa eres?”, interview with director Ana Perez Quiroga appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
In Vitrival-The most beautiful village in the world, Baptiste Bogaert and Noëlle Bastin capture a light and tender way of life, spiced up with deadpan humour The post “Vitrival” interview with directors Baptiste Bogaert and Noëlle Bastin appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Miguel de Zuviria and Gaspar Chaves discuss how filmmaking is a way to explore fragility, transformation, and the invisible ties that connect people. The post “Lo que trajo la tormenta”, director Miguel de Zuviria and cinematographer Gaspar Chaves appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
The Legend of Ochi, a fantasy and 80's world created by Isaiah Saxon that the audience will believe to be realv The post “The Legend of Ochi”, interview with director Isaiah Saxon and actress Helena Zengel appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
In The Sparrow in the Chimney, Ramon Zürcher unpacks tense family dynamics, mixing past secrets with present clashes in a near-Greek tragic finale. The post “The sparrow in the chimney”, interview with director Ramon Zurcher appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Tony Leung Ka-fai brings his talent to Legend of the Condor Heroes - The Gallants, offering deep insights into his role and the cultural significance of this modern wuxia adaptation — a must-watch for fans of Chinese cinema and storytelling! The post “Legend of the Condor Heroes – The Gallants,” Interview with Tony Leung Ka-fai appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Chinatown Cha Cha Cha is an inspiring documentary that uncovers Chinatown's lively nightlife, telling stories of perseverance, cultural pride, and resilience through unforgettable performances—don't miss this engaging look into Chinese-American history! The post “Chinatown Cha Cha Cha”: Interview with Luka YuanYuan Yang appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Sylvia Chang's Daughter's Daughter reveals a layered story about love and sacrifice, empowering viewers with profound insights into LGBTQ+ experiences in Asia. Discover her inspiring journey! The post Daughter’s Daughter, Interview with actress Sylvia Chang appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Discover the breathtaking narrative of The Land of the Morning Calm, a compelling exploration of societal challenges and personal struggles that captivates through its rich storytelling. The post “The Land of the Morning Calm,” interview with Park Ri-woong appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
“Roger García” captivates audiences with his journey through cinema and storytelling, revealing how film festivals adapt to changing viewer habits. Don't miss his compelling insights! The post Interview with Producer and Writer Roger Garcia appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"The Freshly Cut Grass" directed by Celina Murga and executively produced by Martin Scorsese is a tale of love passion and cheating, narrated in parallel with two similar stories that intertwine without ever cross. The post “The Freshly Cut Grass”, interview with the director Celina Murga appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
The Mariana Trench, closing film of the 38° BFFB, is coming out in italian movie theaters as "La Fossa delle Marianne" from April 24th. The post “The Mariana Trench”, interview with director Eileen Byrne appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"Silence is death, so don't be silent”m says the actor, one of the guest of 2025 Lovers Film Festival The post Lovers Film Festival 40, interview with actor James Duval appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"We wanted to make a film that put desire as a central force". The post “Night Stage”, interview with directors Felipe Matzembacher and Marcio Reolon appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
“I think America is way behind in terms of putting up queer cinema because everything starts with sex and ends in the sex". The post “All the Men I Met but Never Dated”, interview with director Muneeb Hassan appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"The movie is having a conversation with films such as Psycho, Dressed to Kill and Silence of the Lambs" The post “Haze”, interview with director Matthew Fifer appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"Labels can be helpful in terms of finding other people like you, but also they can be quite limiting in a way they can almost be fences". The post “A Night Like This”, interview with director Liam Calvert appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
"I really believe in the act of self-determination" The post Lovers Film Festival 40, interview with actor Alan Cumming appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
The complete trilogy by Norwegian director Dag Johan Haugerud composed by Sex (2024), Love (2024) and Dreams (2025) will be presented at the Blzano Film Festival before landing in Italian cinemas The post “The Sex, Love, Dreams Trilogy”, interview with director Dag Johan Haugerud , special guest at the 38° BFFB appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Wind, Talk to Me, in competition at the 38°BFFB, is an intimate cinematic exploration of the timeless mother-son relationship. The post “Wind, talk to me”, interview with director Stefan Djordjević appeared first on Fred Film Radio.
Christian Petzold awarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 38° Bolzano Film Festival - Bozen The post Christian Petzold, interview with the Lifetime Achievement Award at BFFB appeared first on Fred Film Radio.