Karim Kassem’s ‘Octopus’ won best film in the Envision Competition.
Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitsa’s Mr Landsbergis has won the €15,000 best film award of the International Competition at International Documentary Film Fesival Amsterdam (IDFA) tonight (Thursday November 25).
The four-hour documentary is about inspirational Lithuanian political leader Vytautas Landsbergis, who led the country to freedom at the end of the Soviet era.The prize comes just six months after Loznitza’s other film of 2021, Babi Yar. Context, won the the Golden Eye Award.
“It is not easy to bring history to life. It is even more difficult to make it thrilling,...
Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitsa’s Mr Landsbergis has won the €15,000 best film award of the International Competition at International Documentary Film Fesival Amsterdam (IDFA) tonight (Thursday November 25).
The four-hour documentary is about inspirational Lithuanian political leader Vytautas Landsbergis, who led the country to freedom at the end of the Soviet era.The prize comes just six months after Loznitza’s other film of 2021, Babi Yar. Context, won the the Golden Eye Award.
“It is not easy to bring history to life. It is even more difficult to make it thrilling,...
- 11/26/2021
- by Geoffrey Macnab
- ScreenDaily
Karim Kassem’s ‘Octopus’ won best film in the Envision Competition.
Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitza’s Mr Landsbergis has won the €15,000 best film award of the International Competition at International Documentary Film Fesival Amsterdam (IDFA) tonight (Thursday November 25).
The four-hour documentary is about inspirational Lithuanian political leader Vytautas Landsbergis, who led the country to freedom at the end of the Soviet era.The prize comes just six months after Loznitza’s other film of 2021, Babi Yar. Context, won the the Golden Eye Award.
“It is not easy to bring history to life. It is even more difficult to make it thrilling,...
Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitza’s Mr Landsbergis has won the €15,000 best film award of the International Competition at International Documentary Film Fesival Amsterdam (IDFA) tonight (Thursday November 25).
The four-hour documentary is about inspirational Lithuanian political leader Vytautas Landsbergis, who led the country to freedom at the end of the Soviet era.The prize comes just six months after Loznitza’s other film of 2021, Babi Yar. Context, won the the Golden Eye Award.
“It is not easy to bring history to life. It is even more difficult to make it thrilling,...
- 11/25/2021
- by Geoffrey Macnab
- ScreenDaily
Sergei Loznitsa’s extensive documentary “Mr. Landsbergis,” clocking in at 246 minutes and depicting Lithuania’s “singing revolution” when the country finally broke away from the Soviet Union, has won the Best Film award in the International Competition section, as well as €15,000, at documentary film festival IDFA in Amsterdam.
It marks the second 2021 release for the prolific filmmaker, who has already shown “Babi Yar. Context” at Cannes Film Festival in July. The latter film was also noticed at IDFA and granted the Beeld en Geluid IDFA ReFrame Award for Best Creative Use of Archive’s special mention.
“On every level of craft, the winning film represents a monumental achievement that fully explores the role one man, one nation, and one historical moment can play in the still-unfolding story of the global struggle for freedom and self-determination,” argued jurors Arne Birkenstock, Claire Diao, Elena Fortes, Jessica Kiang and Ryan Krivoshey, admitting that...
It marks the second 2021 release for the prolific filmmaker, who has already shown “Babi Yar. Context” at Cannes Film Festival in July. The latter film was also noticed at IDFA and granted the Beeld en Geluid IDFA ReFrame Award for Best Creative Use of Archive’s special mention.
“On every level of craft, the winning film represents a monumental achievement that fully explores the role one man, one nation, and one historical moment can play in the still-unfolding story of the global struggle for freedom and self-determination,” argued jurors Arne Birkenstock, Claire Diao, Elena Fortes, Jessica Kiang and Ryan Krivoshey, admitting that...
- 11/25/2021
- by Marta Balaga
- Variety Film + TV
Dubai -- The Dubai International Film Festival organizers have opted to cancel all media activities surrounding the screening of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom as "a mark of respect" following the passing of Nelson Mandela, who died Thursday. The decision leaves the festival without a press screening on Tuesday morning. Additionally, the scheduled attendance of Naomi Harris and Lindiwe Matshikiza has been rescheduled to "later in the week," with exact timings still to be confirmed. Photos: Nelson Mandela With His Hollywood Friends The movie’s gala red carpet screening, set for Tuesday evening, will go ahead as planned, organizers said.
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- 12/9/2013
- by Stuart Kemp
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Watch a new exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette from Weinstein Co's Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom starring Idris Elba and Naomie Harris. Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is directed by Justin Chadwick (The Other Boleyn Girl) and opened on November 29th, 2013. Also in the cast of the film scripted by William Nicholson are Tony Kgroge, Riaad Moosa, Jamie Bartlet, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Terry Pheto and Deon Lotz. The film is based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society.
- 12/6/2013
- Upcoming-Movies.com
The Weinstein Company has debuted a new preview for Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom . Check it out in the player, courtesy of Yahoo! Movies . Opening in theaters on November 29, the drama stars Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Jamie Bartlett, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Deon Lotz and Terry Pheto. Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society. Justin Chadwick ( The Other Boleyn Girl ) directs from a script by William Nicholson.
- 11/13/2013
- Comingsoon.net
Here's a much better look at The Weinstein Company release, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, which stars Idris Elba as Nelson Mandela, and Naomie Harris as Winnie Mandela, in a film directed by Justin Chadwick, which highlights Mandela's early life, education and 27 years in prison.South African stars Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Jamie Bartlett, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Deon Lotz and Terry Pheto, round out the film's cast. The Weinstein Company will open the film in the USA on November 29 - likely as one of its Oscar contenders.Watch the 20-minute featurette...
- 11/8/2013
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
The seventh poster is in the Weinstein Co's Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom which is actually a French poster for the Idris Elba and Naomie Harris drama directed by Justin Chadwick. The film which has all sorts of awards buzz going on, gets ready for its release on November 29th, 2013, and is scripted by William Nicholson. Producers are Anant Singh, Vlokkie Gordon and David M. Thompson. Cast also includes Tony Kgroge, Riaad Moosa, Jamie Bartlet, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Terry Pheto and Deon Lotz. Mandela is based on South African President Nelson Mandela’s autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education...
- 10/21/2013
- Upcoming-Movies.com
The American Film Institute (AFI) today announced additional Centerpiece Galas and Special Screenings – comprised of a world premiere, award season contenders and highly anticipated independent and international films of the fall – for AFI Fest 2013 presented by Audi.
There will be a red carpet Gala each night of the festival.
The additional Centerpiece Galas are August: Osage County (Dir John Wells) on Friday, November 8; The Last Emperor 3D (Dir Bernardo Bertolucci) on Sunday, November 10; and the World Premiere of Lone Survivor (Dir Peter Berg) on Tuesday, November 12.
All Galas will be presented in the historic Tcl Chinese Theatre.
August: Osage County
AFI Fest’s Special Screenings are Her (Dir Spike Jonze); The Invisible Woman (Dir Ralph Fiennes); Jodorowsky’S Dune (Dir Frank Pavich); Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom (Dir Justin Chadwick); The Past (Le PASSÉ) (Dir Asghar Farhadi); Philomena (Dir Stephen Frears); and The Unknown Known: The Life And Times...
There will be a red carpet Gala each night of the festival.
The additional Centerpiece Galas are August: Osage County (Dir John Wells) on Friday, November 8; The Last Emperor 3D (Dir Bernardo Bertolucci) on Sunday, November 10; and the World Premiere of Lone Survivor (Dir Peter Berg) on Tuesday, November 12.
All Galas will be presented in the historic Tcl Chinese Theatre.
August: Osage County
AFI Fest’s Special Screenings are Her (Dir Spike Jonze); The Invisible Woman (Dir Ralph Fiennes); Jodorowsky’S Dune (Dir Frank Pavich); Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom (Dir Justin Chadwick); The Past (Le PASSÉ) (Dir Asghar Farhadi); Philomena (Dir Stephen Frears); and The Unknown Known: The Life And Times...
- 10/17/2013
- by Melissa Thompson
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Here's another clip from Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, which stars Idris Elba as Nelson Mandela and Naomie Harris as Winnie Mandela, in a film directed by Justin Chadwick, which highlights Mandela's early life, education and 27 years in prison. The Weinstein Company will open the film in the USA on November 29 - likely as one of its Oscar contenders. Reactions and reviews after its Tiff premiere last month were mostly strong.South African stars Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Jamie Bartlett, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Deon Lotz and Terry Pheto, round out the cast. The new...
- 10/17/2013
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
The Weinstein Company has debuted a new trailer for their upcoming Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom . Check it out in the player, courtesy of Yahoo! Movies . Opening in theaters on November 29, the drama stars Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Jamie Bartlett, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Deon Lotz and Terry Pheto. Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society. Justin Chadwick ( The Other Boleyn Girl ) directs from a script by William Nicholson.
- 10/17/2013
- Comingsoon.net
Here's a clip from Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, which stars Idris Elba as Nelson Mandela and Naomie Harris as Winnie Mandela, in a film directed by Justin Chadwick, which highlights Mandela's early life, education and 27 years in prison. The Weinstein Company will open the film in the USA on November 29 - likely as one of its Oscar contenders. Reactions and reviews after its Tiff premiere last month were mostly strong.South African stars Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Jamie Bartlett, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Deon Lotz and Terry Pheto, round out the cast. The new clip...
- 10/16/2013
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
The latest Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom movie poster has arrived, showing a Idris Elba as an older version of Nelson Mandela as opposed to the previous younger versions we've added. Justin Chadwick directs the film from the screenplay by William Nicholson which also stars Naomie Harris, as well as Tony Kgroge, Riaad Moosa, Jamie Bartlet, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Terry Pheto and Deon Lotz The film opens November 29th and is based on South African President Nelson Mandela...
- 9/30/2013
- Upcoming-Movies.com
If there were any doubts in your mind that Idris Elba is a heavyweight contender for Best Actor at the Oscars early next year, this latest trailer should dispel them.
Justin Chadwick’s anticipated biopic of the South African President has had its debut out in Toronto, and it’s not long before it will be heading into cinemas on both sides of the Atlantic.
The story of South African freedom fighter Nelson Mandela, spanning over seventy years, including his struggle against apartheid, 27 years in jail, and his rise to prominence as a political leader and head-of-state.
This epic motion picture spans Mandela’s extraordinary life, from his childhood in a rural village through to his inauguration as the first democratically elected President of South Africa. Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom is the thrilling story of an ordinary man who rose to the challenge of his times and triumphed – an...
Justin Chadwick’s anticipated biopic of the South African President has had its debut out in Toronto, and it’s not long before it will be heading into cinemas on both sides of the Atlantic.
The story of South African freedom fighter Nelson Mandela, spanning over seventy years, including his struggle against apartheid, 27 years in jail, and his rise to prominence as a political leader and head-of-state.
This epic motion picture spans Mandela’s extraordinary life, from his childhood in a rural village through to his inauguration as the first democratically elected President of South Africa. Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom is the thrilling story of an ordinary man who rose to the challenge of his times and triumphed – an...
- 9/12/2013
- by Kenji Lloyd
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
A new full-length international trailer for the film “Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” has been released online. The film stars Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Jamie Bartlett, Lindiwe Matshikiza, Deon Lotz, and Terry Pheto.
“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” is directed by Justin Chadwick from a screenplay by William Nicholson.
The film is based on South African President Nelson Mandela’s autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country’s once segregated society.
“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” will hit theaters on November 29, 2013.
Check out the international trailer below.
Source: The Weinstein Company
The post ‘Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom’ Full-Length International Trailer appeared first on Latino-Review.com.
“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” is directed by Justin Chadwick from a screenplay by William Nicholson.
The film is based on South African President Nelson Mandela’s autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country’s once segregated society.
“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” will hit theaters on November 29, 2013.
Check out the international trailer below.
Source: The Weinstein Company
The post ‘Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom’ Full-Length International Trailer appeared first on Latino-Review.com.
- 9/11/2013
- by Kellvin Chavez
- LRMonline.com
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