The greatest change, Zydowicz hypothesized, was the growing prominence of women cinematographers and directors.
Yes, but lets remain decent and honest.
The group is also backed by national organizations like the BSC).
Camerimage International Film Festival in Torun, Poland.Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images.
Zydowicz has published a public apology following pushback over the article.
you might read that in full below too.
Whether this misunderstanding stemmed from an unfortunate choice of words or inaccurate translation from Polish is irrelevant.
I apologize for this misunderstanding.
Camerimage opens in Torun, Poland on Saturday and will run until November 23.
Cate Blanchett serves as head of the international jury.
Last years jury head was Mandy Walker.
This years opening film isBlitz, the latest feature from Steve McQueen.
The festival will close with UniversalsWickedremake starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
Even a recap of the most recent history can demonstrate how female cinematographers have been sidelined by the festival.
Ellen Kuras ASCs cinematography work has never been nominated in competition.
Can Camerimage claim to be first and foremost about artistic merit when it.overlooks these brilliant and lauded achievements?
Only 3.1% of films selected for the main competition have been photographed by women in 30 years.
None of these initiatives were implemented by Camerimage.
These events only came about as a result of our activism and public and international pressure.
WIC were happy finally to read yesterday of Mr Zydowiczs commitment to progress.
We hold great fondness in our hearts for the festival and want it to thrive.
Whether this misunderstanding stemmed from an unfortunate choice of words or inaccurate translation from Polish is irrelevant.
I apologize for this misunderstanding.
I assure you that we will prevent this kind of ambiguity from occurring in our communications in the future.
I hear and support the many voices calling for progress.
Rest assured that I will continue listening and remain open to discussions initiated by the filmmaking community.
