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Discover how EWIP - European Work in Progress connects European and African films with top buyers, boosting distribution and festival success. The post Interview with Torsten Frehse, Co-Director and Founder EWIP-European Work in Progress appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Pascal Diot, directeur du Venice Production Bridge, sur 15 ans d'évolution et le nouveau VPB Location Market. The post Interview avec Pascal Diot, directeur du Venice Production Bridge appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

In the Open section at Venice 83, Luke Lorentzen on falling back in love with filmmaking in Boatbuilders The post “Boatbuilders”, interview with director Luke Lorentzen appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Liryc Dela Cruz, director of A Brief Encounter, at the International Critics Week, Venice Film Festival 2026. The post “A Brief Encounter”, interview with director Liryc Dela Cruz appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Paul Schrader on The Basics of Philosophy, guilt and forgiveness, at the Venice Film Festival 2026. The post “The Basics of Philosophy”, interview with director Paul Schrader appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Listy-Letters from the Silenced Country" by director Andrei Kutsila reveals intimate stories of Belarusian prisoners and exiles, giving voice to resilience and hope amid repression. The post “Listy-Letters from the Silenced Country”, interview with director Andrei Kutsila appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Guria" by director Levan Koguashvili offers a captivating blend of humor and tragedy set in 90s Georgia, highlighting human resilience and authentic stories from post-Soviet times. The post “Guria”, interview with director Levan Koguashvili and producer Boris Frumin appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"I Matter" by director Alina Şerban tells a powerful, personal story of Roma youth, unearthing untold truths and fostering self-representation. The post “I Matter”, interview with director Alina Şerban and producer Carla Fotea appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Too much sugar by Robert Greene, in the Orizzonti section at the Venice Film Festival reveals raw stories of redemption, family, and healing through a bold documentary that challenges perceptions and inspires change. The post “Too much Sugar”, interview with director Robert Greene appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Union Town" by director Barbara Kopple, mightily highlights the ongoing fight for workers' rights and unionization, revealing powerful stories of resilience and activism. The post “Union Town”, interview with director Barbara Kopple and producer Hannes Hosp appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"A Day in a Life of Joe: Chapter Phaedra" by director Jacqueline Lentzou blends ordinary moments with cosmic reflections in a surreal, emotional story. The post “A Day in the Life of Jo: Chapter Phaedra”, interview with director Jacqueline Lentzou appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Until the Day Ends", by director Jelena Maksimović, explores love across political divides, capturing Serbia's protests and the hope for change in a powerful, cinematic journey. The post “Until the Day Ends”, interview with director Jelena Maksimović and actor Andrija Krivokapić appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"What Belongs to Others" by director Grzegorz Dębowski is a crime story that reveals deep human connections and loneliness, challenging perceptions of deception and truth. The post “What Belongs to Others”, interview with director Grzegorz Dębowski and producer Agnieszka Skalska appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Lovers in the Blue Night: exploring migration, desire, and identity in vibrant city stories, through an emotional journey that reveals the human quest for dignity and love. The post “Lovers in the Blue Night”, interview with director Anuparna Roy and actress Neelima Sharma appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Annie Galstyan talks about the Pan-Armenian Federation of Film Producers, at the Venice Production Bridge 2026. The post Interview with Annie Galstyan, Head of International relationships at PFFP appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Big Little Things: exploring the silent struggles of love, family secrets, and revealing the emotional power of unspoken truths. The post “Big Little Things”, interview with director Michelle Zhou appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Intermission: a heartfelt love letter to cinema, blending past and present to celebrate Yonfan's artistic freedom and visual beauty. The post “Intermission”, interview with director Yonfan appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Your daily guide to the film market at Venice Production Bridge 2026 — panels, meetings and international guests you can't miss. The post Venice Production Bridge 2026 – Daily Preview of Film Market, September 8 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Across The Bridge: your daily podcast on Venice Production Bridge 2026 — key events, discussions and insider access to the film market. The post Across The Bridge – The Best of Venice Production Bridge 2026, September 7 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

In Al Baraneya, Ashgan El-Hamus and Reem Amer explore family, female solidarity and a young woman's search for freedom between tradition and modernity. The post “Al Baraneya”, Interview with writer and director El-Hamus and acterss Reem Amer appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Julia Loktev discusses exile, journalistic responsibility and the lives of Russian reporters forced to leave their country after the invasion of Ukraine. The post “My Undesirable Friends: Part II – Exile”, Interview with director Julia Loktev appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Rashid Masharawi and Laura Nikolov on Citizen Osama, a portrait of Gaza's everyday life, at the Venice Film Festival 2026. The post “Citizen Osama”, interview with artistic supervisor Rashid Masharawi and producer Laura Nikolov appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Jannis Lenz, director of Oase, at Venice 2026 on youth, social media and the desire to escape visibility. The post “Oase”, interview with director Jannis Lenz appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Rubaiyat Hossain talks about The Difficult Bride, the first Bangladeshi film in Orizzonti, at Venice Film Festival 2026. The post “The Difficult Bride”, interview with director Rubaiyat Hossain appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Listen Global Critics Venice Voice! Exclusive and thoughtful conversations with leading international film critics, and in-depth analysis of the most anticipated films of the Venice International Film Festival 2026. The post Global Critics Venice Voice – Highlights and film critics from Venice Film Festival – episode 6/09 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Your daily guide to the film market at Venice Production Bridge 2026 — panels, meetings and international guests you can't miss. The post Venice Production Bridge 2026 – Daily Preview of Film Market, September 7 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover how Toxic explores the toxic culture of productivity and its impact on our souls—an urgent, thought-provoking film questioning modern work values. The post “Toxic”, interview with director Jessica Hausner appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Across The Bridge: your daily podcast on Venice Production Bridge 2026 — key events, discussions and insider access to the film market. The post Across The Bridge – The Best of Venice Production Bridge 2026, September 6 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Interview with Shalini Adnani and Maya Mehta, director and actress of "Our share of sand", premiering at International Critics' Week The post “Our share of sand”, interview with director Shalini Adnani and actress Maya Mehta appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Un détour par Diane" explores trauma, revenge, and sexuality within an intimate Western setting, uncovering powerful themes of healing and resistance. The post “Un détour par Diane”, interview with directors Ann Sirot and Raphaël Balboni appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Your daily guide to the film market at Venice Production Bridge 2026 — panels, meetings and international guests you can't miss. The post Venice Production Bridge 2026 – Daily Preview of Film Market, September 6 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Across The Bridge: your daily podcast on Venice Production Bridge 2026 — key events, discussions and insider access to the film market. The post Across The Bridge – The Best of Venice Production Bridge 2026, September 5 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Listen Global Critics Venice Voice! Exclusive and thoughtful conversations with leading international film critics, and in-depth analysis of the most anticipated films of the Venice International Film Festival 2026. The post Global Critics Venice Voice – Highlights and film critics from Venice Film Festival – episode 5/09 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Venice Film Festival 2026: Orlando Bloom and Domhnall Gleeson on working with a master, an unrepeatable script, and the twin performances of Kate and Rooney Mara in Bucking Fastard The post “Bucking Fastard”, interview with actors Orlando Bloom and Domnhall Gleeson appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Venice Film Festival 2026, Werner Herzog on his tribute to David Lynch, two sisters who speak in unison, and a film with no precedent in Bucking Fastard The post “Bucking Fastard”, interview with director Werner Herzog appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Sergei Loznitsa, director of Imperium, at Venice 2026 on Soviet archive footage and reconstructing the history of the USSR. The post “Imperium”, interview with director Sergei Loznitsa appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Eklipse director Manuel Wetscher, at Venice 2026, on HIV stigma, autobiographical memory and blending fiction with VHS footage. The post “Eklipse”, interview with director Manuel Wetscher appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Atcha Atcha highlights the vibrant African dance scene and its fragile cultural roots, showcasing movement, identity, and the power of local expression. The post “Atcha Atcha”, interview with director Mamadou Dia appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Isabelle Tollenaere's Paris Paris balances hardship and inhumanness with lightheartedness, humour, and playfulness The post “Paris Paris”, an interview with director Isabelle Tollenaere appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Nader Saeivar's Hijamat explores how everybody, of all generations or ethnicities, builds walls around themselves — made of different materials, but all really tall The post “Hijamat”, an interview with director Nader Saeivar appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Jan-Eric Mack's A Happy Family, starring co-writer Anna Schinz, is the first Swiss film ever to compete for the Crystal Globe at Karlovy Vary The post “A Happy Family”, an interview with director Jan-Eric Mack and co-writer and actress Anna Schinz appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Miroslav Terzić's 3 Weeks After, winner of the Europa Cinemas Label at Karlovy Vary Film Festival 2026: "It's not just about peer violence, but about a violent society, and we are all in it." The post “3 Weeks After”, an interview with director Miroslav Terzić appeared first on Fred Film Radio.