The Zurich Film Festival brings you an exclusive selection of recorded interviews, talks and Q&A's that offer fascinating insights into the creative process of directors, screenwriters, producers and actors, with renowned personalities such as Kate Winslet, Sebastian Stan, Johnny Depp and many more.

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The Zurich Film Festival brings you an exclusive selection of recorded interviews, talks and Q&A's that offer fascinating insights into the creative process of directors, screenwriters, producers and actors, with renowned personalities such as Kate Winslet, Sebastian Stan, Johnny Depp and many more.
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February 23, 2026
Rolf Lyssy | ZFF Masters 2020
<p>Der Schweizer Regisseur Rolf Lyssy gehört mit seinem beeindruckenden Œuvre aus Spiel- und Dokumentarfilmen zählt Rolf Lyssy zu den herausragenden Filmemachern der Schweiz. So gehört sein Meisterwerk DIE SCHWEIZERMACHER bis heute zu den erfolgreichsten Schweizer Filmen. Weitere grosse Erfolge feierte er mit Dialektkomödien wie TEDDY BÄR und LEO SONNYBOY. Gleichzeitig widmete er sich gesellschaftlichen Brennthemen, mit DIE LETZTE POINTE etwa dem selbstbestimmten Leben im Alter. In seiner ZFF Masters aus dem Jahr 2020 sprach Lyssy über Hochs und Tiefs seiner Karriere und seinen Spielfilm EDEN FÜR JEDEN.</p>

January 29, 2026
Claire Foy | ZFF Masters
<p>British actress Claire Foy is one of Europe's most versatile character actresses. Known for her portrayal of young Queen Elizabeth II in the award-winning Netflix production THE CROWN (2016–2023) and works in films like THE SEASON OF THE WITCH (2011), WOMEN TALKING (2022) and ALL OF US STRANGERS (2023), she earned praise by critics world wide. In this ZFF Masters episode, she shares personal stories from her career in the film business and how she became the actress she is today. She also talks about her latest drama, H IS FOR HAWK, which celebrated its international premiere at Zurich Film Festival. The film released in the UK and US on 23 January 2026.<br /> <br /> ZFF Masters are in-depth conversations with renowned voices from world cinema, which are open to the public and take place during the Zurich Film Festival. They offer audiences insight into the creative process and artistic vision of personalities in film around the world. The full talks are available on YouTube and as podcast.<br /> <br /> Cover Photo: Sandro Bäbler<br /> <br /> #ZFF2025 #zurichfilmfestival</p>

January 21, 2026
ZFF Masters | James McAvoy | From Scotland to the world stage
<p>In this ZFF Masters session, Scottish actor James McAvoy reflects on his journey as an actor, his Scottish roots, and what art means to him. He discusses how defining roles in films such as THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA, X-MEN, and ATONEMENT shaped his career and artistic identity, and shares insights into his directorial debut CALIFORNIA SCHEMIN'.</p> <p>Renowned for his remarkable range, James McAvoy is one of the most distinctive performers of his generation. The Scottish-born actor appeared early on in television and film projects including THE NEAR ROOM, REGENERATION, and BAND OF BROTHERS. He achieved international recognition with SHAMELESS (2004–2005), followed by global success as Mr. Tumnus in THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE. His performance in THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND earned him a BAFTA Scotland Award, while ATONEMENT brought BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations. From the psychological intensity of SPLIT to blockbuster roles in the X-MEN franchise, McAvoy continues to demonstrate extraordinary versatility. With CALIFORNIA SCHEMIN', he now steps behind the camera for his directorial debut.</p>
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