European Film Promotion have announced the 10 young European actors selected as the 2013 Shooting Stars to be showcased February 9–11 at the 63rd Berlinale. It is the first time since 2008 that a UK actor or actress has failed to make the line-up.
EFP member organisations originally submitted 27 candidates for final selection. The jury said “We are unanimously impressed by this new generation of European actors and the level of nominees. It is a perfect mix between astonishing newcomers and talents we had already seen before, but who have taken their careers to a new level this year. The selection process was not easy and we had tough choices to make. However, we are sure of one thing: our final choice will cast the spotlight on true artists who deserve this exposure. We are very curious to see how their careers develop in the future.”
The SHOOTING STARS 2013 will attend a three-day programme of events during the Berlinale that includes one-on-one interviews with international casting directors, various presentations to the world’s film industry, a press conference, photoshoots and a workshop. The programme culminates in a glitzy awards ceremony where each of the talent will be honoured by the Berlinale.
