Australian Director Rolf de Heer Appointed Jury President for Tokyo Film Festival’s 39th Edition
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The Tokyo International Film Festival has selected Australian filmmaker Rolf de Heer to serve as president of the international competition jury for its upcoming 39th edition. The appointment recognises his four-decade career in filmmaking and his significant standing within the international film community, positioning him to guide the jury's evaluation of the festival's competition entries.
De Heer brings substantial credentials to the role, having directed 15½ feature films and written or co-written 14 produced screenplays throughout his career. As jury president, he will assess at least 15 films competing in the festival, working alongside fellow filmmakers in the judging process.
- Rolf de Heer, an acclaimed Australian director with a four-decade career, has been appointed president of the Tokyo Film Festival's international competition jury for the 39th edition
- His filmography includes 15½ directed features and 14 written or co-written produced screenplays
- He will assess at least 15 competing films alongside fellow filmmakers as part of the jury
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