Martin Moszkowicz has been appointed president of the Zurich Film Festival with effect from 1 July 2026.
Claudia Lässer and Sabine Boss will also join the Board of Directors, while current president Doris Fiala is stepping down.
“Martin Moszkowicz is the ideal president for us because he comes from the creative side of the industry, knows the festival extremely well, and, thanks to his extensive network in Munich and Los Angeles, will help us further strengthen our presence and relationships in our two most important international markets, Germany and the United States,” said Christian Jungen, CEO of ZFF.
“Martin is an inspiring and highly respected international industry leader who will help us further develop the ZFF into a globally recognised brand synonymous with outstanding cinema and a strong connection to the awards season.”
Moszkowicz added: “Over recent years, the Zurich Film Festival has established itself as a permanent fixture on the European festival calendar.
“With its clear commitment to high-quality cinema and its close connection to the international awards season, it has the potential to grow into a globally recognised brand in the years ahead.
“One of its flagship initiatives is the Zurich Summit, which has established itself as a leading platform for the global film business – a kind of ‘Davos for the film industry’ – and offers significant potential for further growth.
“I look forward to working with Christian Jungen, the team and the Board of Directors to help shape this journey and contribute my international network.”
Over several decades, Moszkowicz has played a “defining role” in the international film industry, ZFF continued.
As long-serving CEO of Constantin Film, he was responsible for numerous national and international box-office successes and worked with some of the world’s most acclaimed filmmakers.
As producer, executive producer and co-producer, he has been involved in more than 300 film and television productions.
“Since 2019, Prof. Martin Moszkowicz has shared his extensive industry expertise as head of the Production and Media Business programme at the University of Television and Film Munich (HFF Munich),” ZFF concluded.
“In 2024, he was included in the Variety 500 for the eighth consecutive year, recognising the most influential leaders in the global media and entertainment industry.
“His experience, international network and outstanding reputation will further strengthen the ZFF’s position within the international festival landscape.”
