International Film Festival: Less glitter and still as much cinema

In this period of global crisis, water stress, galloping inflation… the nineteenth edition of the International Film Festival has chosen to play the moderation card. A very sober opening ceremony, no gala evening, no bling bling parties or champagne afloat. Those who came for the rhinestones and sequins will be disappointed. Moviegoers, on the other hand, will have plenty of time to enjoy the eclectic program this year. Despite the economic situation, a host of international stars responded. James Gray, Marion Cotillard, Jim Jarmush, Isabelle Hupert , Tilda Swinton, Paolo Sorrentino, Nadine Labaki, Tahar Rahim, Asghar Farhadi… and many others have walked the red carpet, where are expected during this decade of cinema in the Ocher City...