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Zurich Film Festival Undergoes Major Management Buyout

7/3/2025

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The Zurich Film Festival is set for a transformative management buyout led by director Christian Jungen, marking the end of its collaboration with the NZZ group. With ambitions to elevate the festival to a top-tier European event, the new team is focused on strengthening support and partnerships. The festival will take place from September 25 to October 5, anticipating an impressive turnout of 140,000 visitors.

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The Zurich Film Festival is set for a transformative management buyout led by director Christian Jungen, marking the end of its collaboration with the NZZ group. With ambitions to elevate the festival to a top-tier European event, the new team is focused on strengthening support and partnerships. The festival will take place from September 25 to October 5, anticipating an impressive turnout of 140,000 visitors.