Film Festivals Announce Lineups, Honorees, and Opening Films Worldwide

Film festivals across the globe are gearing up for their upcoming editions, with significant announcements regarding opening films, honorees, and industry participants. The Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) will pay tribute to the late Korean screen legend Ahn Sung-ki with a special program and has named Thailand as its first Country of Honor for its market.

Meanwhile, the San Sebastián Film Festival is set to open with Fatih Akin's 'Ghost Song,' and the Mill Valley Film Festival will feature John Malkovich's 'Wild Horse Nine' with a tribute to star Sam Rockwell. The Edinburgh Film Festival has already awarded its top prizes to 'Skintown' and 'Grief Room.' Additionally, the Ji.hlava Documentary Film Festival has revealed the projects from its Emerging Producers program, and the El Gouna Film Festival has announced its initial lineup, including works from Cannes and Berlin award winners.