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The 63rd International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival opened with a ceremony at Antalya Sports Hall, hosted by Antalya Metropolitan Municipality under the theme "Always."

Acting Mayor and Festival President Büşra Özdemir said the event retraces a 63-year story and announced a new program section focused on filmmakers working in war zones.

Young talent recognized and closing date set

The "Young Achievement Awards" went to actors Cem Yiğit Üzümoğlu and Leyla Smyrna Cabas. A "Special Award for Contribution to Cinema" was presented to Beşiktaş Kültür Merkezi (BKM), with actors Ersin Korkut and Ezgi Mola receiving it from Acting Mayor Özdemir. Cabas said the recognition was exciting and that the opportunities given are deeply valued, while Üzümoğlu thanked the selection committee, family, spouse and the notable figures of cinema who served as examples.

The festival will end on October 31.

Key takeaways

• The 63rd International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival opened at Antalya Sports Hall under the theme "Always."
• A new section, "Roots, Light and Camera," will show 13 films from Lebanon, Iran, Palestine and Ukraine.
• Menderes Samancılar, Tilbe Saran, Abdurrahman Keskiner and Suzan Kardeş received honorary awards.
• The festival runs through October 31.