TIFF.6 - 2007
The sixth edition of the Transilvania International Film Festival took place in Cluj-Napoca from June 1 to June 10, 2007. The edition consolidated TIFF’s position as one of the most important film events in Romania, through an extensive program, prestigious international guests, major premieres and a strong presence of Romanian cinema.
The festival presented 111 feature films and 49 short films, productions from 39 countries, grouped into 14 sections. Screenings took place in established venues such as the Republica, Victoria and Arta cinemas, as well as in alternative and open-air locations.
One of the defining moments of the edition was the presence of 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days, directed by Cristian Mungiu, which came to TIFF shortly after winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes. The film had a major impact on audiences and confirmed the peak moment of the Romanian New Wave on the international stage.
The edition opened with The Rest Is Silence, Nae Caranfil’s film, presented in a Romanian preview screening. Among the special screenings was also Moromeții, shown 20 years after its release in a restored version, in the presence of director Stere Gulea and members of the film’s team. The program also included special events, concerts, meetings with guests, masterclasses and screenings dedicated to major figures of international cinema. The Let’s Go Digital! workshop also continued in 2007, giving teenagers passionate about cinema the opportunity to make short films during the festival.
Claudia Landsberger – Netherlands, jury president, founding member of European Film Promotion.
Vibeke Windeløv – Denmark, film producer, known for her collaboration with Lars von Trier.
Christine Bardsley – United Kingdom, Film Programme Manager at the British Council.
Răzvan Vasilescu – Romanian actor.
Vivi Drăgan Vasile – Romanian cinematographer.
Franco Nero – guest of honour; recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award presented to a personality of European cinema.
Nicolas Roeg – British director; recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Armand Assante – American actor; present as part of the edition’s special events.
Irina Petrescu – Romanian actress; recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Stere Gulea – Romanian director; present at the special screening of Moromeții, in its restored version.
Rona Hartner – actress and musician; performed at the Closing Gala concert.
Transilvania Trophy: La sagrada familia / The Holy Family, directed by Sebastian Campos, Chile.
Best Director: Ragnar Bragason, for Börn / Children, Iceland.
Best Performance: Luca Lionello, for his role in Cover-Boy / L’ultima rivoluzione / The Model, Italy.
Best Cinematography: Cristian Cottet, for the cinematography of La Antena, Argentina.
Jury Special Mention: Azul Oscuro Casi Negro / Dark Blue Almost Black, directed by Daniel Sánchez Arévalo, Spain.
TIFF 2007 Special Award: The team of 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days, directed by Cristian Mungiu, Romania.
FIPRESCI Award: Einst süße Heimat / Beyond the Forest, directed by Gerald Igor Hauzenberger, Austria.
Audience Award: Azul Oscuro Casi Negro / Dark Blue Almost Black, directed by Daniel Sánchez Arévalo, Spain.
Jameson Award for Best Short Film in the Shadows Section: Droomtijd / Dreamtime, directed by Tom Van Avermaet, Belgium.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Irina Petrescu, Romania.
Lifetime Achievement Award presented to a personality of European cinema: Franco Nero, Italy.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Nicolas Roeg, United Kingdom.
Excellence Award: Ioana Bulcă, Romania.
HBO Award for Best Short Film Screenplay: Fatza galbenă care râde, by Doru Lupeanu, Romania.
HBO Award for Best Feature Screenplay: Misiunea, by Mircea Jacan, Romania.
Romanian Days Award for Best Short Film: The Tube with a Hat / Lampa cu căciulă, directed by Radu Jude, Romania.
Romanian Days Award for Best Feature Film: 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days, directed by Cristian Mungiu, Romania.
Award for a Young Hope of Romanian Cinema: Anamaria Marinca, for her role in 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days.
