Director Sergei Loznitsa criticized the decision of the European Court of Justice, based in Venice, to allow Russian participation in this year's edition. The decision generated controversy, as it marks Russia's return after a four-year absence.
Loznitsa believes that Brussels' action only served to mask its inability to impose effective sanctions on Russia. The director spoke out against the restoration of Russian participation in the event.
This year's edition of the European court thus generated strong discussion, with critics questioning the decision to readmit Russia at a time when geopolitical tensions remain. Loznitsa highlighted that the measure does not represent a true application of sanctions, but rather a way of hiding the limitations of the European Union.
