Moritz de Hadeln

Moritz de Hadeln, 85, died on July 4, 2026. Moritz de Hadeln was known publicly as a Swiss film critic. He was the founder of Swiss documentary film festival Visions du Réel. He also headed the Locarno International Film Festival from 1972 to 1977, the Berlin International Film Festival from 1980 to 2001 and the Venice International Film Festival in 2002 and 2003. He was also a member of the jury at the 23rd Moscow International Film Festival. Public biographical listings identify Hadeln as a Swiss film critic. This public record remains centered on Hadeln's work as a Swiss film critic and the documented milestones of that career.