GFQ 2-2007 - german films

like to see implemented. And the ministers obviously recognized in
the students essential partners in developing a national film policy.”
After its initial outing in 1998 and the enthusiastic reception, it was
clear that, for Next Generation, “Einmal ist keinmal.” (Once is never
enough.) Cannes is only the kick-off for the program, which, since
year two has been shown for the rest of the year at numerous festivals
and German film weeks around the world, including Moscow,
New York, Mexico, Buenos Aires, Paris, and London – to name but
a few – often accompanied by a different director chosen to represent
her or his colleagues. For German Films, Next Generation
is a year-long commitment: the 2006 selection last screened in March
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Next Generation 2005
Next Generation 2006