Norwegian 'Dreams' wins Berlin film festival, Rose Byrne honored

At the 75th Berlinale, Norwegian drama 'Dreams' won the prestigious Golden Bear award, while Australia's Rose Byrne was honored with the Best Performance award for her role in 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You'. 'Dreams', directed by Dag Johan Haugerud, is a coming-of-age story about a teenager infatuated with her female teacher, marking the film as part of a trilogy that explores themes of love and self-discovery. Byrne's performance as an overwhelmed mother in her film has generated Oscar speculation following its premiere at Sundance. The festival highlighted a significant focus on women both in front of and behind the camera, with many competition films centering on women's experiences. The ceremony occurred against a backdrop of political tension in Germany, with the national elections approaching. Directors made political statements, but the winners largely steered clear of controversy, focusing instead on the artistic achievements of the films.