Karlovy Vary International Film Festival

2025 Films, Chicago International Film Festival, Directing, Drama, International Films, Interviews

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Kick Out the Conventions: Agnieszka Holland on “Franz,” “The Secret Garden” and More

by Matt Fagerholm

October 25, 2025

With the 61st Chicago International Film Festival nearly in the rearview mirror, there are so many memories from the past several days that I know I will be cherishing for

Film Festivals, International Films, Interviews

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“Don’t Call Me Mama”: Nina Knag on Power, Vulnerability, and Pushing Boundaries

by Davide Abbatescianni

August 8, 2025

Norwegian helmer Nina Knag makes her feature debut with “Don’t Call Me Mama,” which world-premiered in the Crystal Globe Competition of this year’s Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (July 4-12).

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