Jovan Marjanović Replaces Mirsad Purivatra as Sarajevo Film Festival Chief
variety.comLeo Barraclough International Features EditorMirsad Purivatra has stepped down as Sarajevo Film Festival director after a 27-year run, and has been replaced by Jovan Marjanović, who was previously in charge of the festival’s industry department and the festival co-director.Purivatra, the founder of the festival, will assume the role of president of the Obala Art Centar Association, the umbrella organization behind the festival.“I am proud of everything we have accomplished over the last 27 years.
We started from nothing, when our city was under siege, and today we are a globally renowned institution attended by filmmakers and film industry professionals from the region and the whole world,” Purivatra said.“We have faced many challenges on this journey.
Our recognizable strong teamwork has turned challenges into successful projects by always setting and attaining high standards.
All along we have been dedicated to our mission to discover, support and promote local and regional film authors and industries.
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