IGOR ALBANESE * Musician and music promoter - family father - mediator - cultural worker - networker - food & drinks - operator of the ex-Essen restaurant "Leonardo" - owner of "Albanese Music" - Bottroper - Istrian - truffle nose - book author - wine lover - coach - Rüttenscheider-by-choice
Igor Albanese was born in Pula in Istria. He has been actively involved in the cultural scene in the Ruhr area as an organiser and restaurant operator for almost 30 years. Sun and love of home draws him back to the Adriatic on a regular basis.
Herbert Schröer from the Bottrop-based association Aktion - Leben und Lernen in Bosnien e.V., organiser of the 5th BiH Looks Around Film Festival, asked Igor Albanese a few questions:
HS: What attracted you to join the jury of the 5th BiH Looks Around Film Festival in Bottrop?
IA: I come from the region and I am interested in understanding between people. I like to watch films. Yes, Yugoslavia was a beautiful dream.
HS: What do you consider a good film?
IA: When the image and sound moves me. I have to be able to put myself in the scene without being there.
HS: Do you see anything at this festival that will be new, that could enrich you?
IA: I don't know, I can't say yet.
HS: What do you think films can achieve?
IA: Sentences can make a difference. If you manage to fill something with life, then it is possible.
HS: When you think intensely about the upcoming film festival, what are you looking forward to most?
IA: The buffet: HA, ha! I'm looking forward to making a difference through my contribution (as a jury member). I'm looking forward to seeing my homeland on film again. To tie in with the old times.
HS: What do you wish for the BiH Looks Around Film Festival?
IA: I wish that I help the right people with my jury judgements. To make the right choice.
HS: What are your favourite films?
IA: 1. The Sky Knows No Boundaries 2. The Gladiator with Russel Crowe.
HS: Thank you for the interview.
08.11.22
