Minister Owen Bonnici Visits Final Mediterrane Film Festival Preparations

Jun 21 2025

Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government, Owen Bonnici, has visited the final stages of preparation for the upcoming Mediterrane Film Festival. Accompanied by Film Commissioner Johann Grech, the Minister expressed his satisfaction at the efforts underway and praised the hard work of all those involved in bringing the festival to life.

Malta, with over 100 years of experience in film production, continues to build on its reputation as a desirable filming location. The Mediterrane Film Festival plays a key role in this strategy by drawing international attention to the island’s capabilities and potential in the global film industry.

The festival opens tomorrow, Saturday 21 June, with a special screening of Gladiator II at Fort Ricasoli. This major production was partly filmed in Malta in 2023 and involved a large number of Maltese and Gozitan crew members.

Running until 29 June, the festival will host 55 screenings across a range of iconic venues, including Fort Ricasoli, Laparelli Gardens, Spazju Kreattiv and the Embassy Cinemas in Valletta. The programme features a diverse mix of films, including blockbusters, local productions and international classics. Highlights include Popeye, Assassin’s Creed, Troy, Wicked, and the Maltese film Ciao Ciao.

In addition to the screenings, the festival will offer masterclasses and panel discussions led by renowned figures from the global film community.

Tickets are available from mediterrane.com, with all proceeds from screenings donated to Puttinu Cares.

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Concept Of Movement Back With New Theatre Show: Monotonija

The MVMT Are Back With New Theatre Show: Monotonija

Jun 21 2025

Concept of Movement’s Cheryl Lofreda is officially back with Monotonija, an immersive performance exploring the tension between routine and liberation.

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Taking the audience on a journey through repetition, struggle, and eventual awakening, Monotonija delves into the emotional and physical resistance against cycles that trap the human spirit.

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The performance asks: what happens when we finally become conscious of the patterns holding us back?

Set against the striking open-air backdrop of Teatru Rjal in Valletta, this one-night-only event will be held on Friday 4th July at 20:30.

The choreography will be matched by a haunting and dynamic soundscape produced by Insynk Spaces, a team of local music creatives known for their atmospheric and experimental sound design.

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Tickets for Monotonija are available now through the official website: pjazzateatrurjal.gov.mt.

Early booking is recommended for those seeking an unforgettable artistic experience. So what are you waiting for!

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Roberta Metsola Awarded Title Of Doctor Honoris Causa

Jun 21 2025

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has been awarded the title of Doctor Honoris Causa from the Łódź University of Technology.

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This is an ‘honorary doctorate, a distinction conferred by the university upon an individual who has made an outstanding contribution in their field of expertise.’

Metsola shared the moment she was presented with the honour, thanking the university for the prestigious title.

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Congratulations President Metsola.

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Malta Rangers Rescue Injured & Lost Birds

Jun 21 2025

The Malta Ranger Unit has been busy assisting with bird rescues and rehoming.

Last month, several calls regarding pigeons and ducks were made after members of the public encountered them as they went along their day to day.

One pigeon had gone down a shaft of an apartment block in Qawra. The person living on the ground floor maisonette called for assistance and the rangers safely rescued the bird from the shaft 2 metres down.

Another duck was roaming the streets of Balzan/Attard, and was rescued by the rangers and eventually re-homed with a fosterer where it now lives in safety with other ducks.

Well done all!

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