Thessaloniki Documentary Festival Reacts With “Anger And Repugnance” To Anti-LGBTQ Attack In Town Square [Video]

The Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival is coming off a successful — and at times turbulent — 26th edition, wrapping “amidst an explosive ambiance with episodes of violence and intolerance.”

Charli XCX has announced a string of live shows for her upcoming album ‘Brat’, including a series of ‘PARTYGIRL’ DJ shows – see where she’s stopping by below.The popstar is preparing to drop her sixth studio album ‘Brat‘ in the summer, and has now released dates for a number of shows across the world.These include ‘Brat’ live shows, which appear to play the upcoming record, and DJ shows she’s named ‘PARTYGIRL’. New York, Chicago and LA will have ‘Brat’ shows, whilst London, Mexico City and São Paulo will hold ‘PARTYGIRL’ DJ shows.

is having a moment—and what better poster girl for the viral haircut than Zendaya, the queen of looking excellent in everything she does? The star has been flying the flag for the bouncy, glamorous bob since the end of 2022. While many other celebrities were sporting blunt, short bobs at the time, hers was a breath of polished and old Hollywood-inspired fresh air.Iga Swiatek of Poland meets Zendaya after defeating Maria Sakkari of Greece in the women's singles final of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 17, 2024.Fast forward to March 2024 and she’s not said goodbye to the haircut that suits her so well.

Iranian filmmaker Farahnaz Sharifi’s My Stolen Planet won the Golden Alexander at the Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival today, automatically qualifying the film for Oscar consideration.

Christopher Vourlias Iranian filmmaker Farahnaz Sharifi‘s “My Stolen Planet,” an intimate family portrait of life during Iran’s 1979 Islamic revolution, won the Golden Alexander at the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival on Sunday, bringing a close to an emotional and politically charged week in Greece’s second city. Using both the director’s personal archives and 8mm recordings of strangers’ lives, the film — which world premiered in the Berlin Film Festival’s Panorama strand — uses an essayistic style to present the joy and vitality of life in Tehran in the 1970s, in contrast with the oppression imposed on the Iranian people by the country’s hardline regime.

Marta Balaga “All and Eva,” starring “Annihilation’s” Tuva Novotny, has been acquired by Australia’s SBS, EITB, the Basque Country public broadcaster in Spain, and Vodafone TV in Greece, ahead of its SeriesMania premiere. “We are extremely excited about the fast-growing global buzz around this charming dramedy and thrilled for many more markets to come on board, once they see this fresh and captivating take,” noted Vanda Rapti, Viaplay Group EVP, Viaplay Select & Content Distribution. The new series – created, written and directed by Johanna Runevad – accompanies Eva (Novotny) on her way to Copenhagen to obtain sperm from a donor.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Memento International has closed a raft of deals on “Fremont,” a critically acclaimed film starring Anaita Wali Zada, an Afghan refugee and first-time actor, and featuring “The Bear” actor Jeremy Allen White. Directed by BAFTA-nominated Iranian-born director Babak Jalali, the black-and-white movie tells the story of Donya, a young woman working at a Chinese fortune cookie factory in the San Francisco bay. Formerly a translator for the U.S.

Christopher Vourlias A shocking attack on a transgender couple in plain view of hundreds Saturday night has rattled filmmakers and guests at this year’s Thessaloniki Documentary Festival, which has a spotlight on queer cinema as one of the focal points of its 26th edition. During the terrifying episode, which took place around 10:30 p.m.

The Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning film A New Kind of Wilderness has bowed at the Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival in Greece, marking its European premiere.

Alexei Navalny’s sacrifice for democracy is being recognized in the place where the concept of government by the people first flourished.

Something about… “a scam?!”

Christopher Vourlias Paris-based sales outfit Cat&Docs has acquired “Unclickable,” Greek director Babis Makridis’ investigation into the murky world of digital ad fraud, ahead of its world premiere March 10 at the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival. Variety has been given exclusive access to the film’s trailer (see below).

Christopher Vourlias Taking place just weeks after the historic passage of a bill legalizing same-sex marriage in Greece, the 26th edition of the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival — which runs March 7 – 17 — pays tribute to that watershed moment in the long-running fight for equal rights for the country’s LGBTQ community, while also issuing a rallying cry for diversity, inclusion and empowerment across the globe. “Our festival aspires to map out a detailed and thorough overview of our world’s complexity, welcoming films from the four corners of the world, which outline the radical changes, the challenges and the problems of our times,” says festival general director Elise Jalladeau.

toward Prince Harry. The video shows footage of a ballroom, before cutting to Queen Camilla, 76, greeting guests and smiling and shaking their hands, as the scene then flashes over a teleprompter, chairs, chandeliers and a stage. “Last week, The Queen hosted finalists and their families, alongside some special celebrity guests, for an exciting event at Buckingham Palace to award young authors with the coveted 500 Words prize,” the caption read.

In parts of the Balkans, a remarkable tradition exists: women known as Burrneshas take on societal roles typically confined to men. They assume the physical appearance of men, adopt men’s names or nicknames, and operate with a freedom and power denied women in patriarchal cultures.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Beta Cinema has revealed further sales on its Berlinale and Europe Film Market lineup, including “500 Miles,” “Führer and Seducer,” “Hammarskjöld,” “The Light” and “From Hilde, With Love.” After a first deal on the upcoming Bill Nighy-roadmovie “500 Miles” with True Brit Ent. for U.K. was announced during the market, Beta Cinema has confirmed further territories have picked up the dramedy: Australia and New Zealand (Kismet), Middle East (Front Row), Italy (Maestro Distribution), Benelux (September Film), Greece (Feelgood) and former Yugoslavia (Discovery).

Charli XCX has spoken to NME about what fans can expect from her upcoming album, and deliberated who has more intense fans – herself or The 1975. Watch our video interview above.The pop pioneer was talking to NME at the BRITs 2024, where she appeared as a guest presenter.

Kensington Palace has spoken out about Princess Kate's health after she hasn't been seen for two months. It comes after her abdominal surgery saw her suspend Royal duties as she recovers in Windsor.

sudden death of Lady Gabriella Windsor’s husband, Thomas Kingston, has sparked renewed interest in the editor — and her parents, Prince and Princess Michael of Kent.Kingston and Gabriella, 42, tied the knot in May 2019 at Windsor Castle after meeting five years prior. The financier was found dead at age 45 in Gloucestershire, England, on Sunday.

Piers Morgan, the former Good Morning Britain host, sparked a bit of a stir with recent comments about the Royal family.The 58 year old, who recently revealed his plans to start a YouTube channel, has called on Buckingham Palace to provide "more clarity" about Prince William's sudden decision to withdraw from a public event on Tuesday. Piers described William's unexpected cancellation as "very strange, and rather concerning." Prince William was due to attend a memorial service at Windsor Castle for his godfather, the late King Constantine of Greece.