Over 80 film workers slam Berlin festival’s silence on Israel’s Gaza war
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Over 80 film workers, including Javier Bardem and Tilda Swinton, have criticized the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) for its perceived silence and "anti-Palestinian racism" regarding the conflict in Gaza. In an open letter published on February 18, 2026, the signatories, all Berlinale alumni, expressed dismay at the festival's alleged censorship of artists critical of Israel and its perceived inaction compared to its stances on Ukraine and Iran. The letter specifically cited comments made by jury president Wim Wenders, who stated the festival should "stay out of politics." The film workers also referenced instances from the previous year's festival where filmmakers speaking in support of Palestine were reportedly reprimanded, with one allegedly investigated by police. The signatories are urging the Berlinale to publicly condemn "Israel's genocide" in Gaza.
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