David Walliams Soaks Up Malta During Mediterrane Film Fest
British comedian David Walliams soaked up Malta during the Mediterrane Film Festival with loads of pictures to prove it.
Besides boat trips and Valletta strolls, Walliams hosted a live book show for children at the Manoel Theatre, posting a photo of himself in all of the stage’s glory.
Walliams has become a regular guest of the Malta Film Commission, coming down often for festivals and events related to the government agency.
However, his visits haven’t been without controversy.
In February 2024, it was revealed that Walliams’ hosting of the 2022 Malta Film Awards cost the country €120,000 – 30% of the Film Awards’ original budget of €400,000. That amount eventually ballooned up to €1.3 million. This revelation came after a two-year legal battle and rejected Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
When asked about the controversy during a recent visit, Walliams simply said: “I mean, I have no idea about that.”
Meanwhile, last year, Walliams starred in a 10-minute promo clip for the Mediterrane Film Festival that cost the country far more than €500,000. Walliams acted alongside Malta’s very own Film Commissioner – Johann Grech – who garnered plenty criticism for ditching local talent.
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