The Berlin Film Festival will return to the German capital this February, and it’s shaping up to be one star-studded affair. The Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has been appointed as the president of the Berlinale competition jury, following in the footsteps of Kristen Stewart.
Festival directors Mariëtte Rissenbeek and Carlo Chatrian said they’re happy and proud to see the Black Panther star accept their invitation to be the jury president of the upcoming Berlinale.
“Lupita Nyong’o embodies what we like in cinema: versatility in embracing different projects, addressing different audiences, and consistency to one idea that is quite recognizable in her characters, as diverse as they may look,” said the duo in a statement.
Nyong’o said she’s deeply honored to serve as the president of the international jury of the Berlin Film Festival, and added she’s looking forward to celebrating and recognizing the outstanding work of filmmakers from around the world.
The Oscar-winning star of 12 Years a Slave has several promising projects on the way, including the horror sequel A Quiet Place: Day One and the adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Americanah.
The 2024 Berlin Film Festival will take place from February 15–25, 2024, and the rest of the jury members are yet to be announced.
