The Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, which ended yesterday, was everything its name suggested and more. Resonating with a palpable sense of creation, it saw talent from diverse corners of the globe intersecting, their shared passion apparent in every interaction. The festival’s Open Doors Section, in particular, stood out as an illuminating path for emerging talent and fostering a sense of unity within the Caribbean and Latin America.
Open Doors at the Locarno Film Festival is a developmental project that supports filmmakers who lack access to resources and talent available to others. The initial round of Open Doors comprises a three-year cycle dedicated to nurturing Caribbean and Latin American filmmakers. The choice of name aptly reflects the festival’s effort to open doors for filmmakers from this region.
