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Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle faces potential removal after controversial pro-Palestinian remarks at the 2026 festival sparked government backlash over anti-Semitism and misuse of funds.
Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle may be replaced after a government emergency meeting over criticism of pro-Palestinian remarks made during the 2026 festival, including a speech by winner Abdallah Alkhatib accusing Germany of complicity in a Gaza "genocide."
German Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer condemned the remarks as incitement and criticized the festival’s handling, citing concerns over anti-Semitism and misuse of public funds.
Though Tuttle denied displaying symbols of support, a photo of her with a keffiyeh and Palestinian flag fueled backlash.
The government emphasized cultural institutions must uphold anti-discrimination standards, while the Berlinale maintains independence despite state funding.
The outcome will determine Tuttle’s future and the festival’s direction amid ongoing tensions over free expression and political speech.
La directora de la Berlinale, Tricia Tuttle, se enfrenta a una posible remoción después de que los polémicos comentarios pro-palestinos en el festival de 2026 provocaron una reacción violenta del gobierno por el antisemitismo y el mal uso de fondos.