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Ioana Moldovan is a freelance journalist and documentary photographer based in Bucharest, Romania. She is using text, photography and videography to tell under-told stories, to constantly raise awareness on social and human rights issues that no one is entitled to forget, to correctly inform people and in the end, try to generate positive change. In the past few years, Moldovan started to document protest movements, conflict zones and the human consequences of war. Moldovan’s projects in her home country documented life in former communist workers’ colonies, Roma discrimination, aging in Romania and gender equality among others. She has also covered international issues like the refugee crisis in Europe, the situation in Ukraine – the Euromaidan revolution, the war in the Eastern part of the country and the displacement phenomenon, life under occupation in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, Ethiopia – 30 years after the great famine, the consequences of the Syrian war in Za’atari refugee camp and the protests in Gezi Park, Turkey. Moldovan has been collaborating with Al Jazeera English, Huffington Post, Radio France Internationale, Vice, Profil Austria and Art of Living Magazine among others. She has also worked on multimedia projects funded by the European Commission and Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Foundation. Personal website: http://ioanamoldovan.com/
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Romanian film review – The New Year That Never Came & BIEFF
The review highlights Bogdan Mureșanu's film 'The New Year That Never Came,' which intertwines multiple stories set against the backdrop of the Romanian Revolution. The film is noted for its vibrant aesthetic and episodic narrative, though it is critiqued for its indecisive tone. Nicoleta Hâncu's performance is particularly praised. The review also covers the Bucharest International Experimental Film Festival, emphasizing its diverse selection and thought-provoking content. Andrei Ujică's upcoming documentary 'TWST – Things We Said Today' is anticipated for its use of archive footage and exploration of historical and cultural themes.
Romanian film review – September Delights @Cinema Elvire Popescu
Cinema Elvire Popescu in Bucharest, known for its strong arthouse program, is currently hosting the Bucharest International Dance Film Festival, featuring diverse films under the theme 'Mapping Bodies'. The cinema also pays tribute to the late actor Alain Delon, showcasing his influential works. Additionally, it has launched 'Cinema fără bariere', a project to improve accessibility for audiences with sensory impairments. The upcoming Bucharest International Experimental Film Festival is highly anticipated, promising a vibrant cultural autumn.
Romanian film review – Open-Airs for the Summer, Part 2
Romania Insider highlights a series of open-air film events across Romania, offering a diverse selection of films for cinema enthusiasts. Grădina Cinemascop in Eforie hosts free screenings of documentaries and features, including 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' and 'Cadillac Records'. The ANONIMUL festival in the Danube Delta features international and Romanian films, celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere. In Bucharest, Caravana Metropolis presents a variety of films at Titan Park, including 'The Promised Land' and 'Fallen Leaves'. The article praises the unique settings and film selections, emphasizing the cultural richness of these events.
Romanian film review – Open Airs for the Summer
The article reviews various open-air film screenings in Romania during the summer, highlighting events in Brașov and Bucharest. Caravana Metropolis offers a diverse selection of films in Brașov, while Bucharest hosts CineMasca and CINEVARA, both known for their ambitious and unique film curation. The screenings feature a mix of documentaries, fiction, and rare films from the socialist era, providing a rich cultural experience for attendees.
The fresh and the (re)found: TIFF & Il Cinema Ritrovato
The article reviews the Transilvania International Film Festival (TIFF) and Il Cinema Ritrovato, highlighting their significance in the film industry. TIFF, Romania's largest film event, showcased a variety of films, with notable mentions including Horia Cucută and George ve Ganæaard’s 'Dismissed' and Emanuel Pârvu’s 'Three Kilometres to the End of the World'. The festival also celebrated international films, awarding Indian dramas 'Girls Will Be Girls' and 'The Adamant Girl'. Il Cinema Ritrovato in Bologna focused on film restoration, featuring works from Japanese cinema and other global films. The article praises the festivals for their contributions to cinema and film restoration.
Romanian film review – Astra winning docs & F-Sides cineclub
The Transilvania International Film Festival, Romania's largest film event, is currently taking place in Cluj-Napoca, with the Romanian Film Days being a major highlight. The Astra Film Festival, known for its focus on anthropological documentaries, is showcasing winning films from its last edition every Thursday in October. This week features 'The Northeast Winds' by Nikoloz Bezhanishvili, exploring Stalin's birth city, Gori. The F-Sides Cineclub, a female gaze cineclub, is hosting screenings in multiple cities, featuring Mira Nair's 'Monsoon Wedding', a celebrated film about wedding celebrations in Delhi, India.
Romanian film review – Nasty & European Film Festival
The documentary 'Nasty' explores the career of Ilie Năstase, the iconic tennis player known for his flamboyant and controversial behavior. The film, directed by Tudor Giurgiu, Tudor D. Popescu, and Cristian Pascariu, uses extensive archival footage to capture Năstase's influence on tennis in the 1970s. While the film is entertaining and pays homage to Năstase's legacy, it lacks depth in exploring his personal life and the socio-political context of his career. The review also highlights the European Film Festival, organized by the Romanian Cultural Institute and EUNIC, showcasing European films, including notable documentaries like 'On the Adamant' and 'Direct Action'.
Romanian Film Review - Este Film Festival: Crises & Catharsis
The Este Film Festival in Sibiu showcased arthouse films, focusing on European productions and Romanian cinema. The short film competition was won by Theodor Ioniță's 'Eu și sora mea'. Notable features included 'Boss' by Bogdan Mirică, 'Tiger/Tigru' by Andrei Tănase, and 'Spre nord/To the North' by Mihai Mincan. Alice Diop's 'Saint Omer' and Dominik Moll's 'The Night of the Twelfth' were also highlighted for their excellence. The festival was praised for its ambitious program and the selection team's choice of impactful films.
Romanian film review – Sundays on Leave & more to watch
Romania Insider columnist Ioana Moldovan previews films to watch ahead of the Transilvania International Film Festival, highlighting Bogdan Mirică's thriller 'Boss' and Nae Caranfil's restored 'È pericoloso sporgersi'. Caranfil's early comedies, including 'Asphalt Tango' and 'Filantropica', are praised for their balance and tone. 'Sundays on Leave' is particularly noted for its portrayal of the late 1980s in Romania and its nostalgic charm. Open-air movie events in Bucharest are also mentioned, with a focus on Romanian cinema.
Romanian film review – One World Romania & The Case of Engineer Ursu
The article reviews the One World Romania documentary festival, highlighting its focus on human rights. It discusses the film 'The Case of Engineer Ursu,' which explores the story of Gheorghe Ursu, an engineer persecuted by the Securitate for his dissent against the communist regime. The film is timely, given the recent acquittal of Ursu's torturers by the Bucharest High Court. Other films reviewed include 'Our Body,' which examines women's health, and 'Orlando, My Political Biography,' a playful exploration of gender identity. The festival and films are praised for their poignant and urgent themes.
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