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Read Wim Wenders’ Full Speech As Director Finally Addresses Berlinale Backlash: “The Weather Was A Bit Stormy”

February 22, 2026

Wim Wenders addressed the backlash from his recent comments about politics and cinema during the closing ceremony of the 76th Berlinale. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between filmmakers and activists, while also asserting that cinema remains more enduring than the internet.

Wim Wenders Addresses Berlinale Backlash; Full Speech

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Key Highlights

Wim Wenders served as jury president at the 76th Berlinale.
His comments on filmmakers staying out of politics sparked controversy.
Wenders highlighted the need for filmmakers and activists to collaborate.
He described cinema as more resistant to oblivion than the internet.

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Read Wim Wenders’ Full Speech As Director Finally Addresses Berlinale Backlash: “The Weather Was A Bit Stormy”

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