This festival is a significant event in the life of Russian cinema, as it not only showcases the most striking and interesting auteur works but also contributes to the prestige of Russian cinema on the international stage. Furthermore, the festival actively promotes auteur projects, summarizes the film season, and strengthens the film distribution system in our country.
The opening ceremony was attended by numerous guests, including renowned actors and directors, as well as young talents eager to make a name for themselves. Among the invited guests were Anna Mikhalkova, Elizaveta Boyarskaya, Marina Zudina, Olga Sutulova, Ekaterina Vilkova, as well as Yuri Bykov, Ivan Kudryavtsev, Denis Vlasenko and many others.
Anna MikhalkovaVladimir Kott and Masha KoshinaDenis VlasenkoElena NikolaevaIrina BezrukovaMarina ZudinaMaria ShumakovaOlga SutulovaYulia KhlyninaElizabeth BoyarskayaSvyatoslav RogozhanMaxim Korolev and Natalia MokritskayaOlga FilippovaYulia Volkova Elizaveta ArzamasovaGrigory Vernik
Nikita Tarasov Elizaveta BazykinaAlexander MizevAnna SavranskayaJury of the Winter Film Festival
The musical group ARTEMIEV gave a special atmosphere to the evening, delighting the audience with their expressive and memorable compositions. Their performance became an important part of the ceremony, creating a unique mood for all present. The host of the evening was actress Yulia Khlynina, who, as a true professional, was able to create a warm and friendly atmosphere. She was assisted by singer, composer, and musician Pavel Artemyev. During her speech, Yulia Khlynina touched on important topics concerning the development of auteur cinema in Russia. She spoke about the creative dialogue between directors and producers and the importance of finding common ground in creating high-quality and engaging films. The presenter supported her words with examples from the history of Russian auteur cinema, which added weight to her words.
To be or not to be auteur cinema? There is no such question. Of course, there will be, she stated confidently, emphasizing the importance of the author’s approach in cinema.
The festival’s general producer, Maxim Korolev, and program director, Natalia Mokritskaya, also took to the stage. They officially declared the festival open, which was an important moment for everyone present. The Winter Festival will become a platform for discussing current issues related to both film creation and their subsequent promotion to audiences. The festival will feature a variety of events, including master classes, roundtable discussions, and meetings with filmmakers, allowing viewers to gain a deeper understanding of the processes taking place in the world of auteur cinema. Participants will be able not only to enjoy screenings of unique films, but also to communicate with their creators and learn about what is behind each picture
