French actress Virginie Ledoyen, French actress Lea Seydoux and German actress Diane Kruger pose for photographers on the red carpet at the premiere of the film Farewell my Queen (Les adieux r la Reine) on February 9, 2012 in Berlin. The 62nd Berlinale, the first major European film festival of the year, kicked off on February 9, 2012, with 23 productions screening in the main showcase. Eighteen pictures will vie for the Golden Bear top prize at the event running to February 19, with a jury led by British director Mike Leigh selecting the winner. AFP PHOTO / JOHN MACDOUGALL