Is the Berlin Film Festival's leadership in trouble over anti-Israel speech?
The leadership of the Berlin Film Festival faces scrutiny following a controversial anti-Israel speech made by a film director during the festival's closing ceremony.
Appeals from Directors: Filmmakers Stand Behind Tricia Tuttle
Tricia Tuttle, head of the Berlinale, faces potential resignation as over 700 filmmakers publicly express their support for her.
Šarić: The City of Zagreb has banned my artistic work, how will I now perform my performance?
The artist Šarić faces rejection from the City of Zagreb for his performance funding application, raising concerns about artistic freedom and support in the cultural sector.
Federal Court acquits Léo Lins in case that sentenced him to 8 years in prison for prejudiced jokes
The Federal Court acquitted comedian Léo Lins, previously sentenced to over eight years for making discriminatory jokes during a comedy show.
Film: 'The Eternal Wait for a Judgment is a Kind of Social Death'
Director İlker Çatak wins the Golden Bear at the Berlinale for his film 'Yellow Letters', which explores the plight of a government-critical artist couple in Turkey.
'Clearly artworks': Arts lawyer fears chilling effect after police seized posters
Arts lawyer warns that new hate speech laws could suppress artistic expression after police seized provocative posters from a Canberra venue.
Berlin Festival states that artists are not obligated to speak on political issues
The Berlin Festival has defended filmmakers and jury members, stating that artists are free to express their views and are not required to comment on political matters.
Pucci Case, Carlo Conti Denies the Left: 'I Have Full Freedom in Choices'
Carlo Conti defended his autonomy as artistic director of the Sanremo Festival amid political controversy over inviting comedian Andrea Pucci.
The first kiss and the first dildo of Afghan cinema inaugurate Berlinale: 'Kabul could be the precursor to a new 9/11 and no one wants to realize it'
The Berlinale opens with the Afghan film depicting significant social issues, as director Shahrbanoo Sadat speaks about the implications of her work amidst political tensions.
Cinema: No More Bureaucracy or Censorship
Argentina's government has eliminated a long-standing censorship body for film exhibitions, streamlining the process for theatrical releases.
Documentary Director Who Filmed Riot at Western District Court Appeals to Supreme Court... Also Files Complaint with Artists' Rights Commission
Documentary director Jeong Yoon-seok appeals to the Supreme Court after receiving a fine for filming a riot at the Western District Court in Seoul, amid concerns about the implications for artists' rights.
72 institutions ask Ayuso to stop the cuts to the CÃrculo de Bellas Artes and prove that "artistic freedom is not threatened in Madrid"
Seventy-two prestigious cultural institutions have urged the Madrid government to halt significant funding cuts to the CÃrculo de Bellas Artes and to affirm that artistic freedom is safeguarded.
What if the market cancels ideas?
The article discusses the influence of market dynamics on freedom of expression, using the example of Leni Riefenstahl's cinematic legacy.
Fascism
The article discusses an encounter involving personal freedom and poetry, set against a backdrop of a neighbor's confrontation over urinating in an elevator, invoking themes of artistic liberty and societal judgment.
Photo: Mural Destroyed in Zagreb. Authors: We Are Sad. Death to Fascism, Freedom to the People
A mural in Zagreb, created to celebrate women's football, has been defaced with black paint, prompting reactions from the artistic community.
Gina Lollobrigida: The Diva Who Broke Stereotypes and Created Art
Gina Lollobrigida, born on July 4, 1927, in Subiaco, Italy, was a remarkable film star of the 1950s and 1960s known for her beauty, strong personality, and artistic independence, becoming a symbol of Italian glamour and a champion for artistic freedom.
Artist sends fake AfD letters – and is acquitted in court
Philipp Ruch from the Center for Political Beauty was acquitted by a Berlin court for sending fake letters purportedly from the AfD party's office, asserting the action was protected by artistic freedom.
Munich's Young Creatives: Thi Huong Giang Tran: More Freedom on the Canvas
Thi Huong Giang Tran, an artist from Vietnam, shares her experiences of artistic freedom and expression in Munich compared to her conservative background in Hanoi.
Lyrics by Juliane Liebert: We killed Grandma because she bothered us
Juliane Liebert challenges the traditionally male-dominated genre of murder ballads by creating new, dark songs that explore themes of violence and the absurdity of society's response to it.
Peridis
The article discusses the role of illustrations and drawings as opinion elements, emphasizing the artistic freedom of their authors.
"I Avoid News Programs Like the 'Tagesschau'"
Actor Heiner Lauterbach discusses freedom of expression in public broadcasting, the leftist bias in the artistic scene, and how to achieve success despite setbacks in a recent interview.
"In the media, as in the cultural scene: the overwhelming majority is leftist"
Heiner Lauterbach discusses freedom of expression in public broadcasting, the left-leaning bias in the artistic community, and achieving success despite setbacks.
New Year's Concerts Canceled at Trump Kennedy Center
The Veterans Jazz Ensemble has canceled its New Year's performances at the Trump Kennedy Center, withdrawing from the artistic institution due to its association with former President Donald Trump.
SYRIZA: The censorship of the mayor of Florina against Banda Entopica is unacceptable
SYRIZA criticized the mayor of Florina for censoring the Banda Entopica concert due to their performance in Slavic languages, highlighting serious issues regarding artistic freedom.