Malta's Mediterrane Film Festival features BAFTA-winning writer and director Mike Leigh;vera drake, another year, Happy Go Lucky) won his first career Golden Bee Award this year.
Organizers said Monday that the honor was bestowed “to recognize lifetime achievement in the world of film.” “Nominated for an Academy Award seven times throughout his career, Leigh will also be hosting a masterclass at the second edition of the festival, which takes place in Valletta, the capital of the island of Malta, from 22 to 30 June.”
Leigh, a Palme d'Or-winning director, previously served as acting director of the British Film Institute and is currently joined by Adrian Wootton, CEO of Film London and the British Film Commission. I'm going to have a conversation with you.
Last year, StudioCanal acquired the UK rights to Leigh's secret project. hard truthMain actor secrets and lies Starring Marianne Jean-Baptiste, it marks the first time the distributor has worked with the iconic director. Bleecker Street has acquired Film4 support functions in the US.
The UK and Malta Film Boards have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for partnership in 2023, and this creative relationship will continue throughout the festival. The session featuring Leigh will form part of a larger series of masterclasses and panels taking place at the festival, with further programming details to be revealed in the near future.
Johann Grech, Malta’s Film Commissioner, said: “This year’s festival promises to create unmissable moments of connection and celebration within the film industry in the Mediterranean and beyond. We look forward to welcoming some of the most acclaimed talent to Malta.” “We are honored to present Mike Leigh with his first Career Achievement Golden Bee Award and look forward to exploring the expertise he has gained throughout his legendary film career.”