Berlin International Film Festival opens in Germany; approximately 240 films will be screened during the period. A total of 20 works have been nominated in the competition category, which competes for the highest award, the Golden Bear Award.
The winning films, including the Golden bear Award, will be announced on the 24th. Although no Japanese films have been nomination in the "Competition" category, eight films will Be screened. The animated film "Otter" directed by Akito Izuhara, which was nominated in Berlinale Shorts category.