The Berlin Film Festival, known for its strong political undertones among Europe's top three film festivals, encountered controversy this year due to comments made by the jury president. According to Ming Pao, German director Wim Wenders sparked debate with his statement that films should 'avoid politics.' Despite this, the awards ceremony held on Saturday, the 21st, could not escape political themes.
The festival's top honor, the Golden Bear, was awarded to 'Yellow Letters,' a political drama depicting the struggles of an artist oppressed for their speech, caught between political stances and real-life challenges. During the award presentation, Wenders defended his earlier remarks, suggesting that artists and social activists can 'collaborate and divide roles.'