entertainment
February 12, 2026
‘Movies can change the world but not in a political way’ says Wim Wenders
At a press conference to open the 76th edition of the Berlin film festival, the jury president said ‘cinema has an incredible power’ but little influence on political decision-makers
TL;DR
- Wim Wenders, jury president of the Berlinale, believes cinema can help heal the planet by generating empathy.
- He stated that movies can change how people view their lives but not political decisions.
- Wenders argued that film festivals should stay out of politics, acting as a counterweight to political discourse.
- The Berlinale jury will award Golden and Silver Bear prizes to 22 features.
- The festival opens with 'No Good Men' and will feature stars like Amy Adams and Channing Tatum.
- Many films in the program focus on the impact of geopolitical tumult and rights struggles.
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