We’ve just received word that the very first Mediterrane Film Festival is set to take place in Malta this summer. The festival will run between 25-30 June in Valletta, Malta’s capital and other locations across the country. It is organised by the Malta Film Commission. A full line-up of films will be announced during the Cannes Film Festival in France which takes place later this month.
The festival, which will be open to the public, will showcase outstanding films from each of the MED9 nations, highlighting the diverse cultural heritage and artistic prowess of the Mediterranean region.
Audiences can eagerly anticipate these remarkable films, including official Academy Award submissions in the International Feature Film category and the very best contemporary film selections from the respective countries. Screenings will be accessible to the public, and the featured films will be in the running for various awards, which will be presented during the Festival’s closing ceremony.
Film Commissioner Johann Grech says: “The size of our country never deterred us from dreaming big. The Mediterrane Film Festival will bring together the nine unique Mediterranean nations to celebrate – the power of togetherness; the power of creativity; the power of opportunity. Because alone we are small, but together we are better.”
Minister for Tourism of Malta, Clayton Bartolo adds: “Our shared love for art and storytelling transcends borders, creating a beautiful tapestry of diverse cultures, united in our passion for film. It is in this spirit of togetherness that we look forward to building a bright future for the Maltese film industry, hand in hand with our Mediterranean partners.”
Attendees will include Maltese and international filmmakers, actors, crew members, studio executives and producers. In addition, there will be representatives from industry professionals including Mediterranean Film Commission offices, the British Film Commission, academics, investors and executives from major Hollywood studios. Local and international press will be invited to cover the event. A full list of attendees will be announced closer to the June event.
More as it comes in.
