Camerimage Festival Faces Backlash Over Director's Sexist Remarks on Female Cinematographers
Steve McQueen has withdrawn from attending the Camerimage Film Festival in Poland after its leader, Marek Zydowicz, made controversial comments suggesting female cinematographers are hired to address gender gaps rather than for their work quality. Despite Zydowicz's apology, McQueen found the remarks offensive and emphasized the importance of respecting cinematographers of all genders. The festival will still screen McQueen's film 'Blitz,' but without his presence.