Festival del film Locarno

1 - 11 august 2012

Throughout its 65 year history, the Festival del film Locarno has occupied a unique position in the landscape of the major festivals. Every August, Locarno becomes the world capital of auteur cinema. Thousands of film fans and industry professionals meet here to share their passion for cinema in all its diversity.

Created as a festival aiming to discover new talents and new trends, Locarno has established itself as an invaluable launch-pad for the new generation. It has often spotted the genius of young directors who have then established themselves as the major filmmakers of their generation: examples include Claude Chabrol, Stanley Kubrick, Spike Lee, Gus Van Sant, etc.

Last year’s guests included Daniel Craig, Harrison Ford, Gérard Depardieu and Claudia Cardinale. Many stars were on the Piazza Grande, whose magical setting can accommodate up to 8,000 filmgoers every night.

The 65th edition of the Festival del film Locarno will take place 1 - 11 August 2012. More on www.pardo.ch