Chatrian will be in post for five years.
Chatrian replaces Domenico De Gaetano.
The committee said the decision to hire Chatrian was unanimous.
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Chatrian, a Turin native, began his cinema career as a writer and journalist.
Chatrian led the festival alongside Mariette Rissenbeek, who ran logistics, while he programmed films.
Alongside its permanent collection, it runs temporary exhibitions.
I welcome this new adventure with enthusiasm, Chatrian said today of his appointment.
