Camerimage Faces Backlash Over Sexist Remarks, Leading to High-Profile Withdrawals

Director Coralie Fargeat has withdrawn her film "The Substance" from the Camerimage Film Festival after the festival's director, Marek Żydowicz, made controversial comments about female cinematographers, suggesting that increased representation could lead to "mediocre" films. Steve McQueen also pulled his film "Blitz" from the festival in protest. Żydowicz has apologized and expressed a desire for open dialogue, while the festival jury, led by Cate Blanchett, remains committed to discussing gender representation.