US EditionTilda Swinton Uses Berlin Golden Bear Speech to Take Aim at ‘War Criminals’ and ‘State-Perpetrated and Internationally Enabled Mass Murder’
- Tilda Swinton delivered a tearful speech at the Berlin Film Festival, criticizing Donald Trump's plan for Gaza and calling out complacent governments.
- Swinton accepted an honorary Golden Bear for career achievement while expressing solidarity with victims of political violence.
- At the festival, Todd Haynes, the jury head, emphasized the importance of cinema in addressing urgent political issues.
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Badische Neueste NachrichtenTilda Swinton: "I am a great admirer of BDS
Oscar-winner Tilda Swinton is known to speak politically as well. At the Berlinale, she expressed sympathy for the BDS movement, which calls for the boycott of Israel.
Berlin Festival: the opening day, between a snowstorm and Tilda Swinton's hot political speech
BERLIN – Finally all the forecasts were fulfilled: it snowed as it did not happen years ago in the middle of Berlinale and it was an unforgettable night. Or vice versa, because the 75th edition of the Berlin International Film Festival, which began this Thursday in the German capital, had all the unfolding according to its history, with famous guests, many moments of excitement and great speeches, between politics and the celebration of its own …
Tilda Swinton condemns mass murder in Gaza at Berlin Festival
British actor Tilda Swinton used her platform at the Berlin Film Festival on Thursday to deliver a scathing critique of global political inaction in the face of mass atrocities, as the situation in Gaza after Israel's devastating war continues to provoke global outrage. Swinton, accepting a Golden Bear for lifetime achievement, denounced what she described as "state-perpetrated and internationally enabled mass murder", a remark deemed as a refer…
Tilda Swinton Opts for Berlin Film Festival Attendance Amid Controversy
Tilda Swinton Opts for Berlin Film Festival Attendance Amid Controversy In a decision that highlights the intersection of cultural engagement and political activism, British actor Tilda Swinton attended the Berlin Film Festival despite calls for a boycott due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.Swinton, known for her diverse roles in film, expressed her belief in the power of presence, as she accepted the prestigious honorary Golden Bear award. She …
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