Zurich Film Festival Opens with Willem Dafoe, Tom Hiddleston and Luna Wedler
The 22nd Zurich Film Festival opened on the evening of September 22 with appearances by Willem Dafoe, Tom Hiddleston and Luna Wedler. The festival carpet remained green, echoing the summer season, while the event at the Kongresshaus balanced local satire with international cinema. David Lynch is credited with rescuing Naomi Watts's career, a story referenced in the festival coverage. The opening night set the tone for a programme that moves between regional humour and global film culture.
Key facts
- The 22nd Zurich Film Festival opened on September 22.
- Willem Dafoe attended the opening evening.
- Tom Hiddleston attended the opening evening.
- Luna Wedler attended the opening evening.
- The festival carpet remained green.
- The opening took place at the Kongresshaus.
- David Lynch is credited with rescuing Naomi Watts's career.
- The festival balances local satire and international cinema.
Entities
Artists
- Willem Dafoe
- Tom Hiddleston
- Luna Wedler
- David Lynch
- Naomi Watts
Institutions
- Zurich Film Festival
- Kongresshaus
Locations
- Zurich
- Switzerland