Saarbrücken - Max Ophüls Prize Film Festival with 226 screenings
At the 45th Max Ophüls Preis film festival from January 22 to 28 in Saarland, 18 prizes worth a total of 118,500 euros will be awarded. This was announced by the organizers on Friday in Saarbrücken.
58 films in the four categories feature film, documentary, medium-length film and short film are taking part in the competitions. Together with the side and special series, 131 films will be shown in 226 screenings at seven venues. "A film year full of emotion, depth and the desire for freedom," said program director Theresa Winkler to the German Press Agency.
The Max Ophüls Prize is considered the most important festival for young German-language film and stands for the discovery of young talent from Austria, Germany and Switzerland. At the most recent edition almost a year ago, the organizers recorded more than 38,000 visits to the cinemas and events.
The 45th Max Ophüls Prize Film Festival will also take place in a dual format. A selection of the films will once again be available to stream via the film festival website.
Max Ophüls Prize Film Festival
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- The 45th Max Ophüls Preis film festival, honoring German-language film talent, will take place in Saarbrücken, Saarland from January 22 to 28.
- Max Ophüls Prize is a significant festival for young filmmakers from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, featuring 58 films in various categories.
- Following the festival, the films will also be available for streaming on the festival's website, allowing viewers from Switzerland to enjoy the award-winning films.
- The 2023 Max Ophüls Prize Film Festival will be held simultaneously in two formats, providing a dual opportunity for both in-person attendance in Austria and online streaming for those in Germany.
Source: www.stern.de
