‘The Fear’s Artist,’ ‘We Won’t Get Old Together’ Win Big at Transilvania Industry Awards
The Transilvania Film Festival handed out industry awards for projects in its co-production forum and works in progress program.
Spanish Filmmaker Carlos Saiz’s Intimate Father-Son Drama ‘Lionel’ Wins Top Prize at Transilvania Film Festival
The Spanish director's drama about a young man attempting to repair his relationship with his father won the Transilvania Trophy.
Ben Wheatley on How Blockbuster Success of ‘Backrooms,’ ‘Obsession’ Proves ‘It’s a Great Time to Be a Young Filmmaker’
The U.K. director known for low-budget, genre-bending hits appeared at the Transilvania Film Festival to promote his psychological thriller "Bulk."
‘Game of Thrones’ Star Aidan Gillen on Golden Age of ‘F—ing Brilliant’ British Drama and Why There’s ‘Too Much’ Stuff on TV
Irish actor Aidan Gillen opened up about a career on screen at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival.
7 Rising Romanian Talents Ready to Break Out in 2026
Fresh off Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu's latest Palme d'Or, here are some rising Romanian talents to look out for.
‘A Brighter Word Than Bright,’ From Turkish Director Belkis Bayrak, Explores Grief, Resilience in Lives Shattered by Suicide
The director's sophomore feature follows her poignant debut, “Gülizar,” which premiered in Toronto and played San Sebastian.
‘We Won’t Get Old Together,’ From ‘Monsters.’ Director, Explores One Man’s Midlife Meltdown During the Pandemic in Bucharest
Romanian director Marius Olteanu returns with his first film since 2019's Berlinale prizewinner "Monsters."
‘Sicko’ Director on Why Gory Kazakh ‘Parasite’ ‘Not as Violent as Life Itself’: ‘Life Has Much More to Be Afraid Of’
The solo directorial debut of Aitore Zholdaskali follows a scheming couple whose get-rich-quick plan spirals out of control.
Transilvania at 25: How the Romanian Festival’s Founders Keep Its Bold, ‘Subversive,’ ‘All-or-Nothing’ Spirit Alive
As the Transilvania Film Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary, the event's founders reflect on the bold and subversive formula behind its success.