As part of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the International Directors Panel brings together an acclaimed group of Oscar-nominated and internationally celebrated filmmakers for an in-depth conversation on creative vision, collaboration, and the craft of directing on a global stage.
Moderated by SBIFF Executive Director Roger Durling, the panel offers rare insight into how filmmakers from different cultures, traditions, and industries bring ambitious stories to life—exploring authorship, leadership, and the challenges of making cinema beyond borders.
Panelists include Kaouther Ben Hania (The Voice of Hind Rajab), Oliver Laxe (Sirat), Kleber Mendonça Filho (The Secret Agent), Jafar Panahi (It Was Just an Accident), and Joachim Trier (Sentimental Value).
A thoughtful, wide-ranging discussion celebrating international storytelling, cinematic craft, and the creative voices shaping contemporary world cinema.
Sunday, February 8 • 2:00 PM
Arlington Theatre
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