Marco Müller Appointed Artistic Director of Taormina Film Festival
Müller aims to rejuvenate the historic Sicilian festival, leveraging his extensive experience and a high-caliber team.
- Marco Müller, former head of Venice and Rome film festivals, takes over as artistic director of Italy's Taormina Film Festival.
- The 70th edition of the festival is set for July 12-19, 2024, featuring an 8,000-seat ancient Greek amphitheater as its centerpiece.
- Müller's team includes Sandra Hebron and Édouard Waintrop, bolstering the festival's selection committee with their extensive film industry experience.
- Taormina Film Festival, known for its scenic location in Sicily near Mount Etna, has faced challenges with frequent leadership changes and funding issues.
- Müller expresses a personal connection to the region, aiming to rediscover his roots and enhance the festival's cultural significance.