62nd Berlin International Film Festival
The 62nd annual Berlin International Film Festival was held from 9 to 19 February 2012. British film director Mike Leigh was the president of the jury. The first five films to be screened in the competition were announced on 19 December 2011. American actress Meryl Streep was presented with the Honorary Golden Bear on 14 February. Benoît Jacquot's film Farewell, My Queen was announced as the opening film.
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| Opening film | Les adieux à la reine |
|---|---|
| Closing film | Caesar Must Die |
| Location | Berlin, Germany |
| Founded | 1951 |
| Awards | Golden Bear: Caesar Must Die |
| Hosted by | Anke Engelke |
| No. of films | 395 films |
| Festival date | 9–19 February 2012 |
| Website | berlinale |
The Golden Bear went to the Italian film Caesar Must Die, directed by Paolo and Vittorio Taviani, which also served as closing night film.
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