FRED Film Radio - English Channel

Atcha Atcha highlights the vibrant African dance scene and its fragile cultural roots, showcasing movement, identity, and the power of local expression. The post “Atcha Atcha”, interview with director Mamadou Dia appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Nader Saeivar's Hijamat explores how everybody, of all generations or ethnicities, builds walls around themselves — made of different materials, but all really tall The post “Hijamat”, an interview with director Nader Saeivar appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Ivan Ostrochovský's Only Beautiful Things to Look At tackles forced sterilisation through magnificent visuals: "If the film visually goes against the topic, maybe it is scarier." The post “Only Beautiful Things to Look At”, an interview with director Ivan Ostrochovský and producer Katarína Tomková appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Directors Kristina Grozeva and Petar Valchanov on Black Money for White Nights: "Corruption is at the bottom of everything, but not just that of the outer life, also the corruption of the inner life" The post “Black Money for White Nights”, an interview with directors Kristina Grozeva and Petar Valchanov appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

In The Guest, where a family reunion is disrupted by a mentally unstable mother played by Trine Dyrholm, Mads Mengel pays close attention to his characters' conflicted feelings The post “The Guest”, an interview with director Mads Mengel appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"All Buffy the Vampire Slayer characters were a sort of superheroes for the audience" The post David Boreanaz, interview with the actor guest to Italian Global Series Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Past the Hill of Napoleon’s Hat director Arnas Balčiūnas at Future Frams 2026. On generational trauma, silence within families, and finding an authentic cinematic voice. The post “Past the Hill of Napoleon’s Hat”, interview with director Arnas Balčiūnas appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Half-moon director Hae-Sup Sin at Future Frames 2026. A short film about adoption, cultural identity and two mothers discovering that love can be shared rather than divided. The post “Half-moon”, interview with director Hae-Sup Sin appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Nobody Barks director Júlia Coldwell Serra at Future Frames 2026. A dark comedy about guilt, family bonds and the comforting stories people invent to avoid painful truths. The post “Nobody Barks”, interview with director Júlia Coldwell Serra appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Sister of Mine director André Vaara at Future Frames 2026. A quiet short story about siblings, identity, and childhood perception. The post “Sister of Mine”, interview with director André Vaara appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Shallow Ground director Jozo Schmuch at Future Frames 2026 turns one day into a tender reckoning with the decades a war stole The post “Shallow Ground”, interview with director Jozo Schmuch appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

The Lightning Rod director Helmi Donner at Future Frames 2026 uses horror to talk about abuse and generational trauma The post “The Lightning Rod”, interview with director Helmi Donner appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang director Ollie Launspach at Future Frames 2026 turns his partner’s gaze into a mirror for his own transition The post “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang”, interview with director Ollie Launspach appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

At the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival 2026, Erin Moriarty on female empowerment, the privilege of choosing and why celebrities don't deserve to be on a pedestal The post Erin Moriarty, interview with the actress Filming Italy Women Power Award appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

At the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival 2026, Olga Kurylenko reflects on a journey from a small town to an international career she still finds hard to believe The post Olga Kurylenko, interview with the actress Filming Italy International Award 2026 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

At the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival 2026, James Franco reflects on creativity, openness and the moments that changed everything The post James Franco, interview with the actor/director at the Filming Italy Sardegna 2026 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Other Side of Fame", Erik Bernard and Sveva Alviti: a story about choices, resilience and the true cost of fame. The post “Other side of fame”, interview with director Erik Bernard and actress Sveva Alviti appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover the work of British filmmaker and video essayist Charlie Shackelton, winner of last year's Sundance NEXT innovator Award, in the context of his first retrospective in Spain at Documenta Madrid. The post Interview with filmmaker Charlie Shackleton at Documenta Madrid 2026 appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

For actress Élodie Bouchez, acting with children with a genetic syndrome in Laetitia Masson's "Ulysse", including the director's own teenage son Alphonse Roberts, was like a dance The post “Ulysse”, an interview with director Laetitia Masson and actress Élodie Bouchez appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

The 73rd edition of the Sydney Film Festival runs from the 3rd to the 14th of June in various locations across Sydney, featuring more thah 250 films from 81 countries, including Cannes winners and groundbreaking new voices. The post Sydney Film Festival, interview with festival director Nashen Moodley appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Diary of a Chambermaid", by Radu Jude explores everyday life and hidden power struggles, blending theatre, montage, and social satire, based on the book from Octave Mirbeau, and told in an inspired way under the direction of Radu Jude. The post “Diary Of A Chambermaid”, interview with director Radu Jude appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Benoît Magimel and Bastien Bouillon, who play two antagonistic figures in Léa Mysius' tense Palme d'Or contender "The Birthday Party", talk script, back story, and on-set surprises The post “The Birthday Party”, an interview with actors Benoît Magimel and Bastien Bouillon appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning, Joe Cole and Jay Lycurgo play two friends at a crossroads and discover that the best way to build a character is to leave your inhibitions at the door The post “I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning”, interview with actors Joe Cole and Jay Lycurgo appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Jorge Thielen Armand discusses "Death Has No Master", Venezuela, class violence, sound, memory and the house at the centre of the film. The post “Death Has No Master”, interview with director Jorge Thielen Armand appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Asia Argento discusses "Death Has No Master", isolation in Venezuela, horror, ownership and her return to Cannes. The post “Death Has No Master”, interview with actress Asia Argento appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover Ting, a dark fantasy period drama set in 1918 Italy, blending compelling coming-of-age storytelling with striking historical and fantastical elements. This interview was recorded in collaboration with Cinema&Video International at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post The Market Insider: “Ting”, interview with the producer Roberto Cavallini appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Real stories can drive filmmaking, but funding remains the biggest challenge for new projects today" The post Stephen Frears, interview with the director at the Riviera International Film Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Exclusive interview with producer Stefano Mutolo, coordinator of the Derry Social Club, recorded in collaboration with Cinema&Video International at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The post The Market Insider: interview with producer Stefano Mutolo, Coordinator of the Derry Social Club appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Conference of the birds" by director Amin Motallebzadeh explores themes of unity, spirituality, and collective struggle through a subtle yet powerful sports allegory. The post “Conference of the birds”, interview with director Amin Motallebzadeh appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"Kiss and be friends" by director Ana Baldini explores friendship, anxiety, and modern culture with humor and satire, delving into generation gaps and urban alienation in Lisbon’s transient backdrop. The post “Kiss and be friends”, interview with director Ana Baldini and screenwriter Roly Witherow appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"According to love" by director Rodrigo Bras Teixeira captures fleeting emotional moments and authentic relationships, offering a raw, immersive look at love and heartbreak. The post “According to love”, interview with director Rodrigo Braz Teixeira and actor Filipe Cates appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

"A River's Gaze" by director Andreea Cristina Borțun explores memory, belonging, and time through a silent river that observes and shapes the lives of a rural family in Romania. The post “A river’s gaze”, interview with director Andreea Cristina Borțun appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Exploring the magical world of Aardman Animations with Peter Lord: celebrating 50 years of unforgettable characters, British humor, and innovative stop-motion craft that has reached worldwide audiences. The post Interview with Peter Lord, co-founder and creative director of Aardman Animations appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Exploring the magical world of Aardman Animations with Peter Lord: celebrating 50 years of unforgettable characters, British humor, and innovative stop-motion craft that has reached worldwide audiences. The post Interview with Peter Lord, co-founder and creative director of Aardman Animations appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

At Lovers Film Festival, Mike Doyle presents Bookends, a comedy that bridges generations through humor and emotional honesty The post “Bookends”, interview with the director Mike Doyle appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Romas Zabarauskas discusses "The Activist" at Lovers Film Festival, exploring politics, queer identity and film noir. The post “The Activist”, interview with director Romas Zabarauskas appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

David Moragas discusses "Another Man" at Lovers Film Festival, exploring desire, identity and generational crisis. The post “Another Man”, interview with director David Moragas appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With The Blood Countess, Isabelle Huppert embraces Ulrike Ottinger's vampire universe and finds lightness, absurdity and total faith The post “The Blood Countess”, interview with actress Isabelle Huppert appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With "Heart of Light — Eleven Songs for Fiji", Cynthia Beatt returns to Fiji and finds a cinema of belonging, memory and decolonial consciousness. The post “Heart of Light — Eleven Songs for Fiji”, interview with director Cynthia Beatt appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With its third edition, MASO confirms its place as one of Europe's most unique short film training programmes — and opens its doors to the world. The post Zsuzsanna Király, interview with the new creative director of MASO #3 at the 39th Bolzano Film Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover the Hallucination Collective Film Festival in this interview with programmer Éric Peretti: unveiling underground vampire flicks and Mexican exploitation gems in Lyon’s most daring cinematic showcase. The post Interview with programmer Éric Peretti at the Hallucinations Collective Film Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Maciej Sobieszczański on "Brother": from a real-life prison encounter to crafting a quiet, intimate drama about absence, family and fragile hope. The post “Brother”, interview with director Maciej Sobieszczański appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Agnieszka Holland reflects on a bold, kaleidoscopic take on Kafka with "Franz", exploring the man behind the myth and his unexpected modern-day legacy. The post “Franz”, interview with director Agnieszka Holland appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Discover the story of BFI Flare’s history through the eyes of Joss Morfitt, researcher and writer, revealing how queer cinema and London's LGBTQ+ culture have evolved over 40 years. The post Interview with the writer and researcher Joss Morfitt at the London BFI Flare LGBTQIA+ Festival appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

At the Bari International Film & TV Festival, director Raha Shirazi reflects on memory, resistance and the power of Iranian women’s voices in her documentary "A War on Women". The post “A War on Women”, interview with director Raha Shirazi appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Heysel 85, Teodora Ana Mihai turns a football tragedy into a mirror for today's world and the choices we make in times of crisis The post “Heysel 85”, interview with director Teodora Ana Mihai appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Narciso, Marcelo Martinessi returns to the Berlinale with a film noir about desire, repression and the dangers of authoritarianism The post “Narciso”, interview with director Marcelo Martinessi appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With A Russian Winter, Patrick Chiha maps the frozen limbo of Russian exiles, nowhere in time and space The post “A Russian Winter”, interview with director Patrick Chiha appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

With Salvation, in competition at the 76th Berlinale, Emin Alper shows, by analyzing a village community, how people become radicalized. The post “Salvation”, interview with director Emin Alper appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

A child of my own by Maite Alberdi marks the director’s return to Berlinale. The post “A child of my own” interview with director Maite Alberdi appeared first on Fred Film Radio.