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Cristian Pascariu

@pascariu.c

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Ilie Năstase, una dintre cele mai mari vedete din istoria tenisului, împlinește astăzi 80 de ani. Strălucitor pe teren, cu un temperament exploziv și o personalitate controversată, el rămâne în memoria tuturor drept primul adevărat showman al tenisului.

Ilie Nǎstase, one of tennis’s biggest stars, turns 80 today. Brilliant on the court, with a fiery temperament, controversial, still remembered as being tennis’s first true rebel and showman.

Extras din documentarul NASTY - disponibil pe HBO Max by @pascariu.c

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If you believe you are invisible, you might be invisible. by @pascariu.c

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July 18, 2026 - 50 years since Nadia Comǎneci got the first perfect 10 in the history of the Olympic Games. by @pascariu.c

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While in Madeira 🇵🇹 I will definitely cry when this holiday is over. by @pascariu.c

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Bucharest — Election Day 2025 by @pascariu.c

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Our next film spotlight lands on @nasty.themovie - the gripping documentary that charts the rise of tennis legend Ilie Năstase, one of the sport’s most electrifying and unpredictable icons. 🎾

🎬 dir. @tudor_giurgiu, @pascariu.c & @tudordpopescu, Romania, 2024, 103 min.

📽 Thursday, December 4, 6:30 PM | @ifccenter

Q&A with sports journalist Steve Flink.❓

Step into the world of a player who changed the game long before the world was ready. Tickets available in bio. 🎟️

#MakingWavesFilmFestival
#MakingWavesNYC #FilmFestival #NYC #NewRomanianCinema #NYCEvents taken in New York City by @pascariu.c

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🎥 LIVE from the Romanian Film Festival! We’ve just wrapped an incredible screening of @nasty.themovie , and what a moment we’ve had with director @tudordpopescu right here with us!

🎾 Tudor’s charisma and warmth completely won over the audience tonight. He offered fascinating, previously unknown stories about Ilie Năstase, giving everyone a deeper and more intimate understanding of the legendary figure behind the film. His presence brought a special spark to the evening — the kind that reminds us why these in-person conversations matter so much.

📜 He also spoke about how challenging it can be to make a documentary centered on such a strong, complex personality, and how demanding yet rewarding the archival work can be. Hearing him describe the process — from searching through materials to restoring and shaping them into a living narrative — gave us a whole new appreciation for the craft behind Nasty.

🙏🏻 🎬 Thank you for joining our livestream and for sharing this final-day excitement with us. Stay with us as we continue celebrating the closing moments of this year’s festival! taken in AMC Lowes by @pascariu.c

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#MeetTheDirectors of ROMANIAN FILM FESTIVAL IN WASHINGTON, D.C., taking place November 13–16!

🎬 Tudor Giurgiu, founder and president of the Transylvania International Film Festival (TIFF) and a member of the European Film Academy, has directed “Love Sick” (2006), “Of Snails and Men” (2012), and “Why Me?” (2015), among others. Cristian Pascariu is a director and screenwriter with multiple award-winning shorts to his name. Tudor D. Popescu, a filmmaker and lecturer at UNATC Bucharest, is known for his editing and multimedia work across film and music. (Photo credit: Rock House Events)

🎞 In 2024, they co-directed the powerful sports documentary “Nasty” @nasty.themovie (winner of the Audience Award at SEEfest Los Angeles), diving into the highs and lows, the fiery controversies, and the enduring impact on the game of legendary Romanian tennis player Ilie Năstase. Catch it at AMC Georgetown on Sunday, November 16 (4 PM) — featuring a special in-person appearance by Tudor D. Popescu!

📅 Sunday, November 16, 4:00 PM
📍 AMC Georgetown 14 | 3111 K St NW, Washington, D.C.

🎟️ Free access, but RSVP is required! Reserve your seat here 👉 https://romanianfilmfestivaldc.com/event/nasty/

👥 The Romanian Film Festival in Washington, D.C. is organized by the Ambasada României în Statele Unite ale Americii / Romanian Embassy to US and the Romanian Cultural Institute in New York / ICR New York, with the generous support of our Romanian sponsors: Emag, Dedeman, BCR, Kaufland, Exim Banca Românească, Banca Transilvania, Norofert, Concelex, and Build Corp.

#RomanianFilmFestivalDC #RFF2025 #RomanianCinema #RomanianFilm #RomanianMovies #EuropeanFilm #EasternEuropeanCinema #TudorGiurgiu #CristianPascariu #TodorDPopescu #NastyTheMovie #IlieNastase #sportsdocumentary #CulturalDiplomacy #FilmFestival #WashingtonDC #CinemaDC #FreeScreeningsDC #DCCulture #CreativeRomania #RomanianEmbassytoUS #RCINY #ICRNewYork #ICR taken in AMC Lowes by @pascariu.c

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🎬 #MovieSpotlight of the ROMANIAN FILM FESTIVAL IN WASHINGTON, D.C. (6th edition), November 13–16!

🎥As our countdown to the 6th edition of the Romanian Film Festival in Washington, D.C. continues, we’re excited to highlight another powerhouse title in this year’s lineup: Nasty - The Movie, an electrifying documentary about the legend who changed the sport forever — Ilie Năstase.

🎾 1972 marked a turning point in tennis history: Ilie Năstase claimed his first US Open, reached the Wimbledon and Davis Cup finals, and redefined the game with his talent, humor, and rebellious flair. Nasty explores his highs and lows, the controversies that trailed him, and the lasting legacy of the world’s top-ranked player of 1973 — a man as gifted as he was unpredictable.

🎬 This gripping documentary brings audiences closer to Năstase’s magnetic personality and unforgettable showmanship — a true original who became tennis’s first global rock star.

👥 Special Guest (in person): Tudor D. Popescu — joining us for the screening and conversation!

📽️ Selections & Awards:
Cannes Film Festival – Special Screenings • Shanghai • Karlovy Vary • Rome • Tallinn • Palm Springs • Thessaloniki • Audience Award – SEEFest Los Angeles • Gopo Award for Best Original Music

📅 Sunday, November 16, 4:00 PM
📍 AMC Georgetown 14 | 3111 K St NW, Washington, D.C.

🎟️ Admission is FREE — but RSVP is required and seats go fast! Reserve your spot here: 👉 https://romanianfilmfestivaldc.com/nasty-2679/

🤝 The Romanian Film Festival in Washington, D.C. is organized by the Ambasada României în Statele Unite ale Americii / Romanian Embassy to US and the Romanian Cultural Institute in New York / ICR New York, with the generous support of: Emag, Dedeman, BCR, Kaufland, Exim Banca Românească, Banca Transilvania, Norofert, Concelex, and Build Corp. 🇷🇴✨

#RomanianFilmFestivalDC #RomanianCinema #NastyFilm #IlieNastase #EuropeanFilm #DocumentaryFilm #TennisLegend #FilmFestival #WashingtonDC #CulturalDiplomacy #CreativeRomania #EasternEuropeanCinema #DCCulture #CinemaDC #RomanianEmbassytoUS #RCINY #ICRNewYork #ICR by @pascariu.c

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🎾 Romania’s Flamboyant Champion Ilie Năstase Takes the Spotlight at Palm Springs International Film Festival! 🇷🇴

🎥 Last night, the North American Premiere of “Nasty” lit up the screen at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, with director Tudor Giurgiu joining the festival for an unforgettable Q&A session! This electrifying documentary delves into the life and legacy of tennis legend Ilie Năstase, featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews with icons like Arthur Ashe and Billie Jean King. Witness the rise, rebellion, and unrivaled charisma of Romania’s most colorful sports champion, brought to life by directors Tudor Giurgiu, Tudor D. Popescu, and Cristian Pascariu.

🏆 Don’t miss your last chance to catch this stunning portrayal of a tennis icon at PSIFF tomorrow!

📅 Final Screening:
🗓️ Tomorrow, January 11, 2025
📍 Camelot Theatres, Palm Springs
⏰ 6:30 PM

🎟️ Get your tickets now and experience the brilliance of Romanian cinema on the big screen 👉 https://psfilmfest.org/film-festival-2025/film-finder/nasty

#RomanianCinema #PalmSpringsFilmFestival #RomanianCulture #IlieNastase #TudorGiurgiu #TudorDPopescu #CristianPascariu #DocumentaryFilm #TennisLegend #NastyTheFilm #PalmSpringsFilmFestival by @pascariu.c

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Come and meet "the bad boy of tennis"! 🎾

🥇Ilie Năstase, the legendary Romanian tennis player and the first-ever World No. 1 in ATP rankings, has been called everything from "the bad boy of tennis" to "magnificent" and "arrogant". In the early 1970s, he dominated the sport, winning over 100 ATP titles, including Wimbledon, Roland Garros, and the Davis Cup.

🎬 Năstase wasn’t just a champion; he was tennis' first rebel rock star. Known for his talent, humour, and unpredictability, "Nasty" captivated fans and redefined the sport. The documentary film "Nasty" (@nasty.themovie) directed by Tudor Giurgiu (@tudor_giurgiu), Cristian Pascariu (@pascariu.c) and Tudor D. Popescu (@tudordpopescu), explores his highs and lows, from iconic victories to the controversies that made him unforgettable.

The film was presented as part of the Special Screenings at Cannes FF 2024 (@festivaldecannes). ✨

⏰ TODAY (17/10) at 21h at 📌 Ciné Utopia

🖇️ Tickets - on our website.

#cineastfestival #cineast2024 #luxembourg #filmfestival #nasty taken in Ciné Utopia by @pascariu.c

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Whoop whoop 🎊 @bidff.ro starts this Thursday. Four intense days of dance, film, lectures, workshops and immersive exhibitions in 11 venues across Bucharest 🎉
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#dancefilm #festival #bucharest🇷🇴 #weekend #dance #vr #workshops taken in Bucharest, Romania by @pascariu.c

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