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Here, we dive deep into cinema, exploring the rich intersection of film, philosophy, and cultural narratives.

Curation feels like it’s opening the gates — but not opening the floodgates.”In an age shaped by algorithms, content sat...
30/05/2026

Curation feels like it’s opening the gates — but not opening the floodgates.”

In an age shaped by algorithms, content saturation, and endless scrolling, what does curation actually mean today?
In our latest Kinopear conversation, Rowan Woods, whose career spans TIFF, BBC Films, development labs, acquisitions, and festival strategy, reflects on why human judgment, creative risk, and audience thinking still matter in contemporary screen culture.

From festival programming and audience design to streaming platforms and the blurred borders between film and television, Woods speaks candidly about how stories find audiences — and why curators carry more responsibility than ever before.
A thoughtful conversation about cinema, circulation, and the invisible decisions shaping what reaches the screen.
Read the full interview below:

From festivals to streaming platforms, Woods reflects on why context, audience intelligence, and creative risk still matter in a saturated screen culture At a time when cinema is increasingly shape…

Breaking the Pattern. Rewriting the Map of Circulation.In our latest Kinopear Conversation, Bastian Meiresonne reflects ...
13/05/2026

Breaking the Pattern. Rewriting the Map of Circulation.
In our latest Kinopear Conversation, Bastian Meiresonne reflects on the often-unseen mechanics of film circulation — where programming is not just selection, but an act of power, positioning, and politics.
From festival ecosystems to shifting audience dynamics, this piece cuts through the surface to ask:
Who gets seen, how, and why?
A precise, insider-driven look at how films move — and who shapes that movement.

How films travel—and why most don’t it—is not a mystery. It’s a system. Before a film reaches an audience, it has already passed through a series of invisible filters—development labs, producers, s…

What happens when a producer’s mindset meets festival strategy?Jeremy Chua—producer and a leading figure at the Singapor...
13/05/2026

What happens when a producer’s mindset meets festival strategy?
Jeremy Chua—producer and a leading figure at the Singapore International Film Festival—operates at a critical intersection in today’s film ecosystem: where films are not only created, but contextualised, circulated, and given value.
In this KinoPear interview, we explore how festivals are evolving under new audience behaviours, how Southeast Asia positions itself globally, and what this means for emerging filmmakers navigating the circuit.
This is less about one career and more about understanding the system shaping contemporary cinema.

Jeremy Chua shares his perspectives on producing films, shaping SGIFF, and why festivals remain vital as spaces of discovery, emphasising his core ideas for readers to follow. “I don’t …

What happens before a film becomes visible to the world?In my latest piece for Kinopear, I speak with Tamara Tatishvili,...
13/05/2026

What happens before a film becomes visible to the world?
In my latest piece for Kinopear, I speak with Tamara Tatishvili, Head of the Hubert Bals Fund, about risk, artistic freedom, development funding, and why early support can shape not only a project but a filmmaker’s entire trajectory.
This is a conversation about cinema before the screen — where fragile ideas are tested, voices are either supported or lost, and belief still operates without guarantees.

Tamara Tatishvili on risk, artistic freedom, and the fragility of development support What allows a film to begin before the world has decided it matters? Before a script is stable, before co-produ…

New on Kinopear: my conversation with Triin Tramberg on leading PÖFF through a changing festival landscape.We speak abou...
13/05/2026

New on Kinopear: my conversation with Triin Tramberg on leading PÖFF through a changing festival landscape.
We speak about festival leadership, bold cinema, audiences, curation, and the pressures shaping film culture today.
This also reflects Kinopear’s growing focus: more conversations with festival directors, producers, fund heads, programmers, and the industry voices shaping how cinema moves.

In conversation with Kinopear, the new Tallinn Black Nights artistic director discusses bold cinema, audience strategy, geopolitical complexity and the pressures reshaping festival leadership.

🎬 I had the pleasure of watching " Without Permission" by Hassa Nazer — a hauntingly beautiful act of cinematic resistan...
05/10/2025

🎬 I had the pleasure of watching " Without Permission" by Hassa Nazer — a hauntingly beautiful act of cinematic resistance. Shot without approval, spoken in whispers, but echoing loudly in your chest. It’s raw, poetic, and quietly revolutionary. 🌌✨
Thank you to the International Cinephile Society for opening a space to publish my thoughts.

“A film that doesn’t yell, but hums with defiance.”

Known for his unique ability to blend controversial and sensitive human issues with sharp wit and poignant laughter, Pao...
22/12/2024

Known for his unique ability to blend controversial and sensitive human issues with sharp wit and poignant laughter, Paolo Marinou-Blancod delivers yet another masterpiece with Dreaming of Lions. Inspired by real-life events, this thought-provoking film balances satire and tragedy to make a bold social statement.

🌟 A standout favourite at the 28th PÖFF | Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, Dreaming of Lions captured hearts and minds, earning its place as a Critic's Pick

🎥 Dive into my exclusive interview with Paolo, where he shares the inspirations, challenges, and humanity behind his remarkable work.

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Just like Javier Cutrona's Fishgirl, Paolo Marinou-Blanco's Dreaming of Lions was part of the Critics' Picks section at this year's Tallinn Black Nights

🎬✨ "Amid chaos, beauty emerges."During , I had the pleasure of sitting with director JJavier Cutronato discuss his capt...
18/12/2024

🎬✨ "Amid chaos, beauty emerges."

During , I had the pleasure of sitting with director JJavier Cutronato discuss his captivating film FISHGIRL. The film's poetic exploration of finding connection and hope in life’s most turbulent moments left audiences deeply moved.

🏆 was honoured with the Critic's Pick Jury’s Special Mention—a well-deserved recognition for its emotional depth and stunning storytelling.

You can read my candid interview with the director in 🌊🎥

During , Milani Perera spoke with director Javier Cutrona about his film FISHGIRL, a film about finding beauty and connection amid chaos. Cutrona talks about his touching inspiration for the film and about the significance of its profound themes https://icsfilm.org/festivals/tallinn/2024-tallinn/tallinn-black-nights-2024-interview-paolo-marinou-blanco-javier-cutrona/

Girl America PÖFF | Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival was a visual feast that lit up the grey November skies with bold,...
11/12/2024

Girl America PÖFF | Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival was a visual feast that lit up the grey November skies with bold, imaginative storytelling! 🎥✨ Viktor Tauš’s latest feature dazzles with striking compositions, surreal characters, and vibrant explosions of color. 🌈

The international premiere was truly unforgettable, kicking off with a heartwarming Broadway-style performance by 31 orphans from the film.

Read my interview with the director Viktor Taus at Tallinn, Estonia

Viktor Tauš's latest feature Girl America is a visual feast that dazzles the audience with its striking compositions, absurd characterization, and

✨🎬 Spontaneous, unorthodox, and experimental – Jon Bass ' debut feature "Carole and Grey" Premiered at the 28th PÖFF | ...
10/12/2024

✨🎬 Spontaneous, unorthodox, and experimental – Jon Bass ' debut feature "Carole and Grey" Premiered at the 28th PÖFF | Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival under the Rabel's with a Cause category, known for its rare cinematic gems; this film is a must-see for lovers of bold, boundary-pushing cinema.

I had the privilege of sitting down with Jon for an insightful chat about making this unique film. Curious about the process and what makes "Carole and Grey" so special? Check out the full interview on the International Cinephile Society's site!

🎥 Don't miss it – this is cinema that defies convention

CAROLE & GREY is, in director Jon Bass' own words, a film for those who embrace imperfection and like to experience something new and exciting. At , Milani Perera sat down with him to talk about the film and its unique cinematic journey https://icsfilm.org/festivals/tallinn/2024-tallinn/tallinn-black-nights-2024-interview-jon-bass-carole-grey/

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