The Marrakech International Film Festival has announced the jury for its 23rd edition, with French actress Marion Cotillard set to preside. The jury comprises renowned actors and directors with distinguished artistic careers, exploring diverse creative realms. They will award the Golden Star to one of fourteen films competing in the official competition. The competition, reserved for feature films by emerging directors, aims to discover new cinematic voices and provide them with international exposure.
Marion Cotillard, who won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in "La Vie en Rose," will lead the jury's deliberations. The jury includes Danish actor Claes Bang, known for his role in "The Square," which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Luxembourgish actress Vicky Krieps has also been recognized for her roles in "The Phantom Thread" and "Corsage." French-British actress Emma Mackey, known for her roles in "Murder on the Orient Express" and "Barbie," will also be part of the jury.
The jury also features French director Gilles Lolluch, who has acted in films like "Small White Lies" and "BPM." Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania, who was nominated for an Oscar for her films "Bachground" and "The Voice of Hind Sabry," will also be part of the jury. British director Andrew Haigh, known for his films "45 Years" and "All of Us Strangers," rounds out the jury.
The jury includes three directors whose films have transcended borders without losing their artistic specificity. Kaouther Ben Hania has explored the intersection of documentary and fiction, while Andrew Haigh has examined the intricacies of romantic relationships. French-Senegalese director Ramatoulaye Seye has told stories that blend myth and reality.
Moroccan director and producer Said Hamich Ben Arabi will also be part of the jury, having previously participated in the competition with his film "The Far Sea" in 2024. The jury represents a diverse range of geographical and artistic backgrounds, reflecting the global nature of contemporary cinema.
The 23rd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival promises to be an exciting event, with a diverse range of films competing for the Golden Star. The jury's deliberations will culminate in the announcement of the winners on November 28, during the festival's closing ceremony.
The festival's competition is a platform for emerging directors to showcase their work and gain international recognition. With a jury comprising experienced professionals from around the world, the 23rd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival is set to be a celebration of new and innovative cinematic voices.
Key points
- Marion Cotillard to lead the jury of the 23rd Marrakech International Film Festival.
- The festival's competition features fourteen films by emerging directors.
- The jury includes renowned actors and directors from around the world.
