From Berlin, with indifference: what happens when the world's most political festival refuses to discuss politics anymore

Berlinale provokes anger and astonishment with refusal to discuss Israel's invasion of Palestine

The Berlinale is undoubtedly one of the largest festivals in the world, being considered, along with those of Cannes and Venice, among the three most prominent events of its kind. Unlike the festivals in France and Italy, the Berlinale has become a standard-bearer of political messages for decades, but in 2026 it seems that it is tired of this predilection of its and distances itself from political discourse. The fact that he is doing so when Israel's invasion of Palestine attracted public attention around the globe has sparked discontent in the film industry.

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