Jan-Willem Breure: A Visionary for Diversity in Film Industry - The Septimius Awards
Amsterdam, November 22, 2023 - In a testament to the power of ambition and the pursuit of inclusivity in the film industry, Jan-Willem Breure, a once unassuming individual from modest beginnings, has emerged as a pioneer in promoting diversity through the Septimius Awards. Held at the illustrious ITA Theater in Amsterdam, the second edition of these prestigious awards took place on September 26, drawing global attention with nominations from renowned filmmakers, including six Oscar winners.
Read full storySfilmmaker and Septimius Awards form Partnership: Recognizing Chinese Film Talent
In the global realm of cinema, the recognition of diverse talent has become increasingly vital. In a groundbreaking move, the Septimius Awards, an esteemed accolade in the film industry, formed a crucial partnership with the Chinese film submission platform, Sfilmmaker. This alliance, established to bridge cultural divides and amplify the voices of Chinese filmmakers, gained significant traction when Dandren Wanggyal submitted his remarkable film "Wind" via the Sfilmmaker platform.
Read full storyA Critical Review of "Fair Play"
"Fair Play" is a film that aspires to tackle complex themes and issues within the realm of sports and gender equality. Directed by Andrea Sedláčková, this Czech drama is set against the backdrop of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics and revolves around the story of a talented young sprinter, Anna, and her journey to overcome gender discrimination and compete on the international stage. While the film's subject matter is undeniably important, "Fair Play" falls short of its potential, hindered by a lack of depth in its characters and a sometimes heavy-handed approach to storytelling.
Read full storyAlejandro Monteverde's "Sound of Freedom" wins Best Film at Septimius Awards Amid Controversy
In a dazzling event at the ITA Theater in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on September 26, 2023, the Mexican director Alejandro Monteverde clinched the Best American Film award at the prestigious Septimius Awards for his riveting production, "Sound of Freedom." Despite its remarkable success at the global box office, earning more than $200 million, this marks the first-ever nomination and win for the film, raising the intriguing question of whether there might be a left-wing bias against it.
Read full storyNo Hard Feelings: Worth it?
No Hard Feelings is a 2023 American romantic comedy film directed by Gene Stupnitsky and starring Jennifer Lawrence and Andrew Barth Feldman. The film follows Maddie (Lawrence), a down-on-her-luck woman who agrees to date a wealthy couple's awkward and introverted 19-year-old son, Jake (Feldman), in order to pay her bills and keep her childhood home. However, Maddie soon finds herself falling for Jake, and the two must navigate their unconventional relationship and their own personal challenges.
Read full storyThe 2023 Septimius Awards Panel: Oscar Winners and Divers Talent
The ever-evolving world of film and television demands a fresh approach to stimulate collaboration, talent, and diversity. The 2023 Septimius Awards Panel, hosted on September 25th at Amsterdam's ITA Theater, brought together a distinguished panel of 12 experts. Among these luminaries were four illustrious Oscar winners: Jenny Beavan, Anne Dudley, David Parfitt, and Stephen Warbeck. Alongside them, Alejandro Monteverde, the director of the box office hit "Sound of Freedom" (grossing over $200 million globally), lent contemporary insight to the discourse. This panel's profound discussions marked a significant stride towards forging an inclusive and innovative film and television industry.
Read full storyTouria Meliani's Opening Speech Address Lights Up Septimius Awards 2023 Night in Amsterdam
**Touria Meliani's Inspiring Address Lights Up Septimius Awards Night in Amsterdam**. Amsterdam, September 26, 2023 - The glitz and glamour of the Dutch film industry converged at the iconic ITA Theater on the evening of September 26 for the highly anticipated Septimius Awards ceremony. A highlight of the evening, however, was the captivating opening address delivered by Touria Meliani, a prominent figure in Amsterdam's cultural and political realm. Her poignant words set the stage for an unforgettable night celebrating the cream of Dutch cinema.
Read full storyEdward Berger & Felix Kammerer win Best European Film & Best European Actor at the Septimius Awards
**German Director Edward Berger and Austrian Actor Felix Kammerer Triumph at Septimius Awards 2023**. The Septimius Awards 2023, held on September 26 at the prestigious ITA Theater in Amsterdam, witnessed an exceptional celebration of European cinema, marked by the crowning glory of "All Quiet on the Western Front." German director Edward Berger's masterful creation was hailed as the Best European Film of the year, while Austrian actor Felix Kammerer was honored with the Best European Actor award for his brilliant portrayal in the same film.
Read full storyThe Super Mario Bros. Movie Review
The Super Mario Bros movie is a 1993 live-action adaptation of the popular Nintendo video game franchise. Directed by Annabel Jankel and Rocky Morton, the film stars Bob Hoskins as Mario and John Leguizamo as Luigi, two Italian-American plumbers who are transported to a parallel dimension to rescue Princess Daisy (Samantha Mathis) from the evil King Koopa (Dennis Hopper).
Read full storyLost Frequencies ft. Calum Scott - "Where Are You Now" wins Best Music Video at Septimius Awards 2022
Lost Frequencies ft. Calum Scott - "Where Are You Now" has taken the music industry by storm since its release. The song, with its catchy tune and meaningful lyrics, has captured the hearts of fans all over the world. It has also won the prestigious award for Best Music Video at the Septimius Awards in 2022, leaving music lovers in awe.
Read full storyIsis Fashion Awards — A new fashion show for accessory designer?
The first edition of the Isis Fashion Awards (IFA) aimed to revolutionize the fashion industry by presenting accessory collections in a unique and daring way. According to the founder Jan-Willem Breure, accessory designers are the "underdogs" in the fashion industry. Often all the attention and fame go to the clothing designers. Many accessory designers feel undervalued and "overlooked", but with IFA they wish to change this. IFA has created a unique platform to showcase accessory collections.
Read full storyDon't Worry Darling - Review
There's hardly anything more iconic than the suburbs of an American city in the 1950s. Diligent housewives wave goodbye to their husbands every morning when he goes to work in his shiny car. In the evening there is an extensive meal on the table. During the day the women gossip and chat a lot between cleaning, ballet and taking care of the children. The American dream in a nutshell, but we all know the dark side.
Read full storyPartnership between FCCE TV and Septimius Awards
Amal Mohamed (218: Behind the Wall of Silence) at Septimius Awards 2022 in Amsterdam winning Best Asian ActressSeptimius Awards. FCCE TV and Septimius Awards have recently engaged in a partnership. FCCE is headquartered in Amsterdam The Netherlands and has a branch office in Nairobi Kenya. FCCE produces content movie-, fashion-, music-, celebrity- and lifestyle related content and formats for an international audience. In the last 8 years FCCE TV has also been developing films in foreign markets such as United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kenya.
Read full storyMoney Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area Review
La casa de papel aka Money Heist is one of the most popular Spanish shows streaming on Netflix. The show ran for 5 seasons and stole everyone's money (hearts) with its narration. Now it's time for her Korean counterpart to work her magic. Money Heist Korea: Joint Economic Area premiered on June 24, 2022 on Netflix. The show consists of densely packed six episodes and has already been renewed for Season 2. Money Heist Korea: The Joint Economic Area The cast consists of Yoo Ji Tae as the professor, Park Hae Soo as Berlin, Jeon Jong Seo as Tokyo, Lee Hyun Woo as Rio, Lee Won Jong as Moscow, Kim Ji Hoon as Denver, Jang Yoon Ju as Nairobi, Kim Ji Hun as Helsinki, and Lee Kyu Ho as Oslo.
Read full storySeptimius Awards in Amsterdam has 4 Oscar Winners
Christopher Hampton at Septimius Awards 2022 in Amsterdam winning a Lifetime Achievement AwardSeptimius Awards. The Netherlands embraces diversity with a new international event. The Septimius Awards is an award ceremony based in Amsterdam. The event was two days, 6& 7 June 2022. On the first day panel discussions were held and on the second day the award ceremony was held in the ITA Theater. Oscar winners Sir Christopher Hampton, Kevin Willmott, Jan Archibald & Nina Hartstone received a lifetime achievement award for their work in the film industry. Sir Christopher James Hampton is a British playwright, screenwriter, translator and film director. He is best known for his play Les Liaisons Dangereuses based on the novel of the same name and the film adaptation. He has twice received the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, for Dangerous Liaisons (1988) and The Father (2020), and was also nominated for Atonement (2007).
Read full storyCommenting on the Other Cinema: The Tribe, awarded at Cannes, Milan and London
A scandalous story sheltered by the most absolute silence. The Tribe is the first feature film by Ukrainian filmmaker Myroslav Slaboshpytskiy, a unique film in more than one sense of the word. It could be said that it is a cinematographic experiment: the actors that participate are not professionals and suffer from hearing impairment; they express themselves through sign language, which, as the headlines announce at the beginning, cannot be subtitled. This fact places us, as spectators and as beings with the possibility of hearing, in the shoes of others, trying to guess what they say in those conversations through signs where the way to attract attention is with a blow and where in more than once we wonder what is happening.
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