Over 300 Film Figures Defend Tricia Tuttle After Dismissal Threat

More than 300 international film industry figures signed an open letter defending Tricia Tuttle after reports emerged that Wolfram Weimer intends to dismiss her.The controversy follows the Berlinale closing gala where Abdallah Alkhatib accused the German government of supporting "genocide in Gaza" during his acceptance speech.While Kai Wegner and Ron Prosor condemned the rhetoric, organizations like the EU joined Nancy Spielberg in supporting the festival's commitment to artistic expression.Supporters argue that the Berlinale must remain a space for diverse perspectives and democratic discourse despite the backlash following the ceremony.