Wim Wenders addressed his tumultuous term as president of the jury at the 76th Berlinale at its closing ceremony on Saturday, suggesting filmmakers and activists need to work together rather than be a

Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle delivered an emotional speech at the festival's closing ceremony, acknowledging the challenging and politically charged atmosphere that dominated this year's event.

Rani Khedira's goal secured Union Berlin's first victory of 2026 in a frantic match against Leverkusen.

Bayer Leverkusen's confirmed lineup is announced as they aim to continue their fine form against Union Berlin away from home on matchday 23.

The Berlin Film Festival has been dominated by discussions and buzz around whether the event would take a stance on the ongoing war in Gaza.

Union Berlin is still searching for their first win of 2026, having failed to secure a victory in any of their seven Bundesliga matches this year.

This week's International Insider covers political discussions at the Berlin Film Festival, upcoming screenings in London, and the arrest of Andrew.

At the Berlin Film Festival, Oscar-nominated director Jafar Panahi declined his long-delayed Golden Bear, using the platform to highlight state violence in Iran alongside other independent Iranian directors.

Berlin Brothersvalley secured a victory over Tussey Mountain in the D5-2A semifinal, attributing their success to strong team chemistry.

The Guardian's editorial expresses concern that an emerging alliance between Germany's chancellor and Italy's prime minister is pushing a deregulation agenda that could undermine the EU's green deal.

1. FC Union Berlin is set to host Bayer Leverkusen this Saturday at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei for Match Day 23 of the 1. Bundesliga.

A Tunisian director rejected a Berlinale award on stage, demanding accountability for what she described as Israel's genocidal war in Gaza.

Teodora Ana Mihai's latest feature film, 'Heysel 85,' has secured multiple international distribution deals following its debut at the Berlinale.

The Berlin International Film Festival, known as the Berlinale, continues its tradition of highlighting political themes in cinema, featuring discussions and films that address current global issues.

A new docuseries, 'The Struggle For Mother Water,' explores the global challenge of accessing clean water, a right declared fundamental by the United Nations in 2010, as billions worldwide struggle to obtain this precious resource.

The Italian Embassy in Berlin hosted a traditional gathering for the world of cinema, institutions, culture, and art to celebrate the Berlinale film festival.

The Berlinale Series Market's Up Next: Germany showcase highlighted new crime and fantasy productions, featuring themes of crime families, gold heists, and interdimensional doppelgängers.

Daniela Elstner, managing director of Unifrance, was honored with the Legion of Honor medal at the French Embassy in Berlin during the ongoing film festival.

The European Film Market (EFM) head, Tanja Meissner, announced that this year's edition was the busiest since the pandemic, with high attendance bolstered by animation and innovation events.

Amid political tensions at the Berlin Film Festival, a new German-Israeli FutureNarrative Fund has been launched to foster co-productions across film and TV.

Over 80 filmmakers, including Javier Bardem and Tilda Swinton, have signed an open letter criticizing the Berlin Film Festival for its 'institutional silence' regarding Gaza.

Juliette Binoche headlines 'Queen at Sea,' a striking and unsentimental dementia drama directed by Lance Hammer, which is competing for the top Berlin prize.

Oli Burke stated he is not anticipating a recall to the Scotland squad for the World Cup, focusing instead on his performance for Union Berlin.

Netflix's action-packed spy series 'Unfamiliar,' which follows a married couple and former intelligence operators, has quickly risen to the top spot on the streaming platform.

Kaouther Ben Hania's Oscar and BAFTA-nominated film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' received the 'most valuable film' award at the Cinema for Peace Gala in Berlin, attended by figures like Hillary Clinton and Kevin Spacey.

Tanja Meissner, director of Berlinale Pro and manager of the European Film Market, highlights the event's evolution and adjustments to changes within the entertainment industry.

Berlinale head Tricia Tuttle suggests that political backlash and 'gotcha moments' risk weakening the film festival's integrity.

Faraz Shariat's thriller 'Prosecution,' which premiered at the Berlinale's Panorama section, has been acquired by Memento for distribution in France.

Actress Amy Adams sent a message to the Berlin Film Festival, expressing her pride in Kornél Mundruczó’s 'At the Sea' despite being unable to attend its world premiere.

Austrian director Markus Schleinzer's captivating film 'Rose' receives critical acclaim, with Sandra Hüller's performance highlighted as outstanding in its examination of 17th-century gender stereotypes.

The Film Heritage Foundation has restored Arundhati Roy and Pradip Krishen's 1989 Indian cult film 'In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones,' which is now making its debut at the Berlinale.

Inspired by Nepali chef Santosh Shah, Deepak Rauniyar's new narrative feature 'The Taste of Salt' has been introduced at the 2026 Berlinale Co-Production Market.

The Berlinale head defended Wim Wenders after Arundhati Roy criticized his comments, stating that artists should not be pressured into soundbites.

Japanese director Yoshinori Shinomura's animated feature film 'Hanarokushou ga Akeru Hi ni' did not receive an award at the Berlin International Film Festival, one of the world's top three film festivals.

The Berlinale film festival's closing ceremony was marked by multiple award winners condemning Israel's actions in Gaza, describing them as 'genocide', and criticizing the US and German governments.

France's Epicentre Films has acquired 'Dog Legs,' the latest genre film from Chilean director Matias Rojas starring Alfredo Castro, with deals still brewing as the Berlin Film Festival concludes.

Independent juries at the 2026 Berlinale film festival have announced their favorite titles, with 'Soumsoum, The Night of the Stars' winning the Fipresci Honor and 'Moscas' receiving the Ecumenical Jury award.

A British journalist travels to Oslo, Berlin, Paris, and Rome to understand different European dating perspectives, seeking a fresh approach after a breakup.

The powerful coming-of-age documentary 'What Will I Become?' premiered at the Berlin Film Festival, exploring themes of transmasculine grief, vulnerability, and survival.

Sata Cissokho discusses her new role as head of the Berlinale's World Cinema Fund and her plans for her initial two-year mandate.

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola spoke about the latest injury updates, his touchline ban, and the upcoming Premier League game against West Ham.

Director Tobias Nölle discusses the challenges and freedoms of filming his Berlinale film 'Tristan Forever' on Tristan da Cunha, one of the world's most remote inhabited islands.

Anime filmmaker Yoshitoshi Shinomiya talks about his Berlinale competition entry 'A New Dawn,' inspired by his hometown's vanishing seaside, and the influence of Makoto Shinkai.

Lance Hammer’s UK-set drama 'Queen at Sea,' starring Juliette Binoche and Tom Courtenay, is praised at the Berlin Film Festival for its intimate study of dementia.

Nearly 100 celebrities, including Mark Ruffalo and Tilda Swinton, signed an open letter criticizing the Berlin Film Festival for its perceived silence on political issues like Gaza.

The University of North Texas canceled an art exhibit featuring anti-immigration enforcement artwork, leading to defiance from the artist.

Sony's acquisition of the Brie Larson creature feature 'Skeletons' was a highlight of a stable but subdued 2026 European Film Market in Berlin.

The Berlin Green Party has announced its intention to welcome 'climate refugees' despite the city's ongoing housing and fiscal crises, a decision made during their state party conference.

The Observer provides a review of the highlights and lowlights from the recent Berlin Film Festival.

Director Yoshitoshi Shinomiya talks about his debut feature film, 'A New Dawn,' a Japanese-French anime premiering at the Berlinale.

Eva Trobisch's third feature film, 'Home Stories,' an intriguing multigenerational portrait of a family in East Germany, premieres in Berlin's competition.

Berlin-based sales company M-Appeal has secured additional international distribution deals for Muriel d’Ansembourg’s film 'Truly Naked,' following strong positive reception at the Berlinale.

Manchester United is reportedly competing with other top European clubs to sign Hertha Berlin wonderkid Kennet Eichhorn.

Union Berlin star Oliver Burke, thriving in the Bundesliga, has expressed his honor to have worn the Scotland badge and his desire to do so again.

Over 80 participants of the Berlinale, including Javier Bardem and Tilda Swinton, have signed an open letter condemning the festival's perceived 'silence' on Gaza.

Warwick Thornton's 'Wolfram,' a brutal outback western, has been reviewed as a fiercely original and surprisingly emotional modern Australian classic at the Berlin Film Festival.

Strand Releasing has secured the U.S. distribution rights for Leyla Bouzid’s film 'In a Whisper,' following its premiere at the Berlin Film Festival.

Japan showcased nine films at this year's Berlinale, with a special 'Japan Night' event dedicated to highlighting projects from emerging directors and producers.

A Russian woman living in Milan used her role as an Olympic sign bearer to silently protest Russia's war against Ukraine, risking her safety for a symbolic act.

Set in 1999, Anke Blondé's Berlin competition entry stars Arieh Worthalter and Jan Hammenecker as business partners and scammers.

İlker Çatak's new film 'Yellow Letters,' set in Turkey and filmed in Germany, is reviewed as a trenchantly honest political drama with strong acting.

Director Sam Pollard discusses Archbishop Tutu's pivotal role in ending South African Apartheid and offers his perspective on what Tutu might think of current political claims.

A review from the Berlin Film Festival praises Sophie Heldman’s drama, 'The Education of Jane Cumming,' for its candid portrayal of a school scandal involving accusations of lesbianism against two teachers.

The Berlinale Series Market is seeing its most powerful edition yet, with new series from creative heavyweights like Ken Burns and Ruben Ostlund driving its expansion.

Hungarian director Kornél Mundruczó is directing Amy Adams in the Berlinale competition film 'At the Sea', which is noted as potentially his most accessible work despite his 'blacklisted' status in Hungary.

Germany has joined France in calling for the resignation of the UN Special Rapporteur for the Palestinian Territories, Francesca Albanese, stating her position is untenable.

New Israeli strikes have hit the Gaza Strip, leaving at least 12 people dead, with the IDF claiming these attacks were a response to ceasefire violations. Amid escalating security concerns, Doctors Without Borders has reduced non-critical operations at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital.

Berlin Film Festival jury president Wim Wenders delivered a prepared statement at the awards ceremony, speaking out on the controversy that has affected the festival since its opening day.

Rani Khedira lauded Union Berlin's dominant display against Bayer Leverkusen, who had been in strong form prior to the match.

Faraz Shariat's drama 'Prosecution' and Alisa Kovalenko's documentary 'Traces' have won the Berlin Panorama Audience Awards for their politically-charged themes.

The Mexican feature debut 'Sad Girlz' by Fernanda Tovar, which explores the relationship between two swimmers after a sexual assault, has won the Berlin Generation Crystal Bear.

Director Iwasaki Yusuke shares insights into his horror-comedy film 'AnyMart,' which explores the dehumanizing aspects of convenience store work.

Beth de Araújo, director of the award-winning film 'Josephine,' emphasizes the importance of shifting shame from victims to perpetrators of sexual abuse.

African filmmakers at the Berlinale festival presented bold stories addressing themes from migration and queer identity to ancestral mythology, confronting repression and celebrating diverse narratives.

Berlin has stated that there are currently no intentions to purchase more F-35 fighter jets.

Charli XCX has denied knowing about the alleged ties to Russia of an organizer for 'The Moment' afterparty, stating her solidarity with the people of Ukraine.

A reporter shares their experience on a budget Norse Airlines red-eye flight from New York City to Berlin, highlighting both positive aspects and areas for improvement.

Donald Trump publicly expressed his admiration for Nicki Minaj, stating 'I love Nicki Minaj; her skin is so beautiful, her nails are so long,' highlighting their strengthening ties during his second term.

Sport Bild reports that 16-year-old Hertha Berlin midfielder Kennet Eichhorn has decided to leave the club this summer.

The director of 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' declined an award at the Berlin International Film Festival following the presence of an Israeli general.

A new article features six of the world's most accessible travel destinations, including Berlin, Singapore, and Sydney, promoting inclusive travel experiences.

Two female filmmakers from Iran and Afghanistan are debuting bold films at the Berlinale, expressing the injustice they've experienced in their home countries through contrasting genres.

“Nothing ever happens by chance,” Alpine hut guardian Suzanne (Anne Coesens) tells her guest (Yoann Zimmer) as they both share the journeys that led them to the remote setting of “Forest High” (“Forêt

'Gold,' a project from 'Davos 1917' producer Contrast Film and a highlight at the Berlinale Series Market, has received an invitation to the upcoming Series Mania Forum.

Cinema Guild has secured the North American distribution rights for 'The Day She Returns,' the latest feature from acclaimed South Korean auteur Hong Sangsoo, which premiered at Berlinale.

Organigram is set to acquire Berlin-based Sanity Group in an upfront deal worth €113.4 million, aiming to expand its cannabis supply network.

Over 80 film workers, including Tilda Swinton and Javier Bardem, have expressed dismay at the Berlinale's perceived 'anti-Palestinian racism' and its silence on Israel's war in Gaza.

Over 80 filmmakers and stars, including Javier Bardem and Tilda Swinton, have signed an open letter criticizing the Berlinale film festival for its perceived silence on the Gaza conflict.

The International Olympic Committee has quietly removed a t-shirt from its online store that commemorated the 1936 Berlin Games, which were held during Adolf Hitler's regime.

Swiss filmmaker Tobias Nölle is returning to the Berlinale Panorama section with his hybrid island portrait 'Tristan Forever,' a decade after winning the Fipresci Prize.

Bo Svensson, former coach of Mainz and Union Berlin, reportedly turned down the opportunity to replace Horst Steffen at Werder Bremen, with his agent stating he wants to resume working in the summer.

Director Dominik Locher's film 'Enjoy Your Stay,' premiering at Berlinale, aims to reveal the reality of undocumented workers in Switzerland, challenging the country's idyllic 'postcard image.'

Ethiopian filmmaker Haile Gerima, a pioneer of the L.A. Rebellion movement, discussed the 30-year journey behind his historical epic 'Black Lions – Roman Wolves' at its Berlin premiere.

Kornél Mundruczó's latest film, 'At The Sea,' starring Amy Adams, is reviewed as a dreary drama exploring addiction and family connections at the Berlin Film Festival.

Berlinale Chief Tricia Tuttle discusses the festival's role in championing indie films and its susceptibility to political controversy. Meanwhile, director Kornél Mundruczó and actress Chloe East share insights on their film 'At The Sea,' premiering in competition at the festival.

The Berlin Film Festival director, Tricia Tuttle, has publicly defended actors and filmmakers who choose not to address political issues during press interviews, citing their right to free speech.

Vienna-based ORF-Enterprise is bringing the Portuguese mystery drama 'Jones' to Berlin for its international market debut at the EFM Series Market, pitching it to global audiences.

Actress Yeo Yann Yann discusses her 13-year journey with director Anthony Chen and her role in the Berlin Competition film 'We Are All Strangers'.

The Berlinale head defended Wim Wenders after author Arundhati Roy criticized his comments, stating artists should not be pressured into soundbites.

Germany has joined France in calling for the resignation of the United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Palestinian Territories, deeming her position untenable.