The International Film Festival Karlovy Vary has officially opened its 60th edition with the attendance of numerous international film stars. More than 130 feature films and documentaries will be screened until 11 July.
The International Film Festival Karlovy Vary officially opened its 60th edition on Friday. Numerous international guests travelled to the famous spa town for the anniversary edition, including Dustin Hoffman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jesse Eisenberg and Harvey Keitel. Until 11 July, the festival will present more than 130 feature films and documentaries and once again ranks among Europe’s most important film events.
Alongside music and entertainment, the opening ceremony at the Hotel Thermal also featured a number of emotional moments. A special part of the evening was dedicated to the festival’s long-serving president, Jiří Bartoška, who passed away last year and played a decisive role in shaping the festival over several decades.
Foto: Jiří Bartoška | Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
The new festival trailer, starring Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård, also premiered during the evening. It was once again directed by Ivan Zachariáš, who previously created festival trailers featuring international stars such as Benicio del Toro and Johnny Depp.
Foto: Dustin Hoffman | Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
One of the highlights of the opening ceremony was the presentation of the Crystal Globe to Dustin Hoffman. The 88-year-old two-time Academy Award winner received the honour for his outstanding artistic contribution to world cinema. The actor received prolonged applause from the sold-out Grand Hall of the Hotel Thermal. During his stay, he will also personally introduce the 1967 film classic The Graduate.
Foto: Maggie Gyllenhaal | Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
American director, screenwriter and actress Maggie Gyllenhaal was also honoured. She received the President’s Award of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. In her acceptance speech, she recalled her previous visits to the Czech Republic and praised Czech film and theatre culture. On Saturday, she will present her new film The Bride!, which she directed and also produced.
Later in the festival, Jesse Eisenberg, Harvey Keitel, Slovak actress Magda Vášáryová, American actor Jeffrey Wright and the acclaimed cinematographer Robert Richardson will also receive honours.
Foto: Jesse Eisenberg | Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
The festival opened with the Argentine-Spanish documentary The Match of the Century, about the legendary 1986 FIFA World Cup clash between Argentina and England. In total, more than 130 feature films and documentaries will be screened until 11 July, including 37 productions in the competition sections. Three international co-productions with Czech participation will compete in the main competition.
A complete list of the official film selection and the Festival Guide for the 60th Karlovy Vary IFF can be found on the festival’s official website.
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