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Camerimage: Leading Cinematography Union Criticizes Festival Director Over Controversial Op-Ed & Denounces “Historical Exclusion” Of Women At Event
Camerimage runs from November 16-23.
In their letter which you can read in full below, Women in Cinematography (WIC) — an expansive network of working cinematographers — has criticized Żydowicz’s article but also called on the festival to introduce changes to its structural operations to promote greater diversity. As a result of the dismaying lack of representation in the 2021 edition of of the festival, the IMAGO D&I committee, in conjunction with the Digital Orchard Foundation, submitted a comprehensive list of proposals to Camerimage that could broaden the selection process that repeatedly sees female and minority cinematographers sidelined. As a major player on the international stage, Mr Zydowicz’s words wield great influence and Camerimage has a responsibility to celebrate filmmakers from all walks of life and those who historically have not received the support needed to amplify their talents and achievements.
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