Included in my coverage is the Book Adaptation Rights Market (BARM), part of the Venice Production Bridge, which facilitates connections between publishers, literary agents, authors, producers, directors, and screenwriters.
Tag: Venice International Film Festival
BEHIND THE MOUNTAINS Venice Review: A Literal and Metaphorical Struggle for Mental Liberation
“Behind the Mountains” is not just a film but a reflection of society’s complexities. It ultimately challenges viewers to question social norms, mental health, and the very essence of freedom.
IO CAPITANO Venice Review: Harrowing Yet Deeply Humanizing Portrait Aims to Shatter Migrant Crisis Stereotypes – Akoroko
Shot in Senegal, Italy, and Morocco, “Io Capitano” premiered on September 6 in Venice’s Competition section.
80th Venice International Film Festival: Spotlight on African Narratives
Dive into the Venice Film Festival 2023 lineup, featuring standout African films, the Final Cut segment, and the Book Adaptation Rights Market. Discover the cinematic gems set to shine on the global stage.
Book Adaptation Rights Market (Venice): African Narratives Spotlight (Nine Books; Nine Potential Films) – Akoroko
The event will feature 34 international publishing houses and literary agencies, who will pitch their catalogues and new titles to potential film partners.
Venice Film Festival 2023: Lineup Spotlight on African Cinema
The 2023 Venice International Film Festival lineup features African narratives, including Matteo Garrone’s “Io Capitano”, a modern-day Odyssey following two Senegalese youngsters on their journey from Dakar to Europe.