Universal Language from director Matthew Rankin, which earned an audience prize presented to the best film in the Directors’ Fortnight section of the Cannes film festival, has been chosen by Canada to compete in the best international feature category at the Academy Awards. The absurdist comedy in the Farsi and French languages is an offbeat homage to …
Surprises are expected at the FIRST International Film Festival, given its role as China’s leading gathering for cutting-edge independent cinema. But no one saw Sunday night coming. When it came time to announce the festival’s top Best feature film, the FIRST jury — led by Cannes Un Certain Regard winner Guan Hu (Black Dog) — left …
The Locarno International Film Festival in Switzerland has unveiled an eclectic lineup for its 77th edition, taking place Aug. 7-17. The fest will screen 225 total films, including 104 world premieres, five international premieres and some debut features, including new films from such directors as Hong Sang-soo, Spanish actress Paz Vega and Radu Jude. Gianluca Jodice’s Le …