Lawyer and journalist
Country of origin
Switzerland

*1903 Lucerne, † 14.4.1985 Lucerne

Studied law; 1929 editor in Berlin; 1934 return to Switzerland

1947 founder of the "Swiss Protestant Film and Radio Association

1950 Editor-in-Chief of "Film and Radio" (1948-1970)

1959-1970 INTERFILM President

since 1971 Honorary President of INTERFILM

1974 President of the "International Association for Film and Television Industry

Current issues

The 2026 Oscar Winners
Following the promising nominations, the Oscar ceremony felt like a disappointment. For the first time, the Academy had nominated international films such as “Sentimental Value” from Norway and “Secret Agent” from Brazil in the Best Picture category. Yet in the end, it was American productions that walked away with all the awards.
Film Festival Tampere 2026: Prize of the Church Media Foundation
Film director Selma Vilhunen has won the Church Media Foundation’s 2026 prize for her documentary film 'Gate to Paradise' (Portti Paratiisiin).

Events

15.02.2026
Silent Green, Berlin
Ecumenical Reception at the Berlinale 2026
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16.02.2025
Haus der EKD, Charlottenstraße 53/54, 10117 Berlin
Ecumenical Reception at the Berlinale
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