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Trump's Shadow Casts Doubt at Berlinale Amid Elections

2/23/2025

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At the Berlinale, the shadow of US President Trump's influence loomed large over the film industry, sparking passionate debates. Meanwhile, the upcoming German election could shift the conversation, with the far-right AfD poised for gains. Competing for the coveted Golden Bear are Radu Jude's "Kontinental '25," Richard Linklater's "Blue Moon," and Michel Franco's "Dreams," each tackling pressing societal themes.

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At the Berlinale, the shadow of US President Trump's influence loomed large over the film industry, sparking passionate debates. Meanwhile, the upcoming German election could shift the conversation, with the far-right AfD poised for gains. Competing for the coveted Golden Bear are Radu Jude's "Kontinental '25," Richard Linklater's "Blue Moon," and Michel Franco's "Dreams," each tackling pressing societal themes.