The Locarno Leopard: A Symbol of Cinema's Unpredictable Nature The 79th edition of the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland promises to be a wild ride.
For over five decades, the festival has been synonymous with its iconic leopard symbol, and this year's celebration is no exception. The Locarno leopard stands out among other film festival mascots.
Unlike the lion at Venice or the tiger at Rotterdam, the leopard is more elusive. Artistic director Giona A. Nazzaro notes that "the leopard inhabits the feline kingdom in a very specific way.