European Shooting Stars program announces 2025 lineup of ten emerging actors

The European Shooting Stars program has announced its 2025 lineup, featuring ten emerging actors from Europe. This year's selected actors will be showcased at the Berlinale film festival from February 13 to 23, culminating in an awards ceremony on February 17. The chosen actors include Marina Makris from Cyprus, Besir Zeciri from Denmark, and Frida Gustavsson from Sweden, among others. They were selected by a jury that includes notable figures from the film industry, such as Romanian director Radu Muntean and French actor Ludivine Sagnier. This edition highlights a diverse group of talents, with actors recognized for their unique performances in various films and series. Previous Shooting Stars have included well-known names like Riz Ahmed and Alicia Vikander.