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Historical Drama and New Voices in Film

Updated 2026-08-07 09:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Claes Bang stars as Heinrich Himmler’s personal masseur in the historical drama ‘I Is Another.’ Meanwhile, the Locarno film festival highlights new voices and timely relevance through its Match Me! projects.

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Variety

Locarno’s Match Me! Projects Push New Voices, Timely Relevance and Authenticity as a Younger Generation Moves Center Stage

Arthouse movies are increasingly made for younger audiences who are replacing ageing stay-at-home baby boomers at Europe’s upscale cinema theaters. That impact is now working its way through new arthouse projects, seen at Locarno’s 2026 Match Me!, its vibrant co-production meet this year welcoming p

2026-08-07 08:55 UTC

Variety

Claes Bang Plays a Masseur of Nazi Leader Heinrich Himmler in ‘I Is Another’ – But John Paul in ‘Bad Sisters’ Is Still One of His ‘Worst Characters’

Claes Bang plays Heinrich Himmler’s personal physical therapist in Locarno premiere “I Is Another.” Directed by Felix Randau, it focuses on the true story of Felix Kersten. Kersten, who passed away in 1960, claimed to have saved numerous lives during the war due to his influence over the Nazi leader

2026-08-07 09:02 UTC