CLEAN : "There was no boycott of Russian artists", says Venice Film Festival Director

The transcript discusses the limited arrival of Russian films due to their modest quality and the decision not to invite those funded by the Russian Ministry of Culture amidst the war. It highlights the role of festivals as a global window, showing both desirable and undesirable events like the war in Ukraine and censorship against artists. The future of cinema is seen as unpredictable, with streaming platforms gaining power during the pandemic. A transition is underway, seeking a balance between traditional and new systems, with cinemas expected to remain but in reduced numbers and improved quality.

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