the new picture stars robert pattinson. a complete unknown. plus blue moon, a new movie from acclaimed american independent film—maker richard linklater, it went over very well. edition of talking movies. it has brought audiences some great films and one or two duds. the berlin film festival was founded 75 years ago. of the world's greatest film—makers and movie stars. it isn't predominantly a showcase for american film. its focus is international, and it has a history of embracing cinema with political themes. i really like the fact that you can see so different, wonderful, intense movies together with a great, um, audience of film—lovers. rigorous festival. with ideas, with debate. they don't need to be pleased. festival had somehow lost its way, that it had so tricia tuttle, who ran the london film festival, has been brought in to reinvigorate berlin. a strong line—up of films and rely on star power to create some excitement. i mean, star power has always been part of cinema. and diverse programme that hits many different points. but having