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Feb 20, 2020
Berlinale Opening: A Minute of Silence For the Victims of Hanau

With great dismay and sorrow, the Berlinale learned of the fatal attack yesterday in Hanau. Our deepest sympathy goes to the victims and their families. The Berlinale stands for tolerance, respect and hospitality.
The festival opposes violence and racism.
At today's Opening Gala of the 70th Berlinale, the International Film Festival will commemorate the victims of Hanau with a minute of silence.


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February 20, 2020