The first film directed by pop singer Madonna is to have its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival, due on Feb. 7-17, organizers announced Thursday.

Filth And Wisdom, a romantic musical comedy reportedly based on the star's own experiences, is Britain's entry in the festival's Panoroma section, but will not be in line for an award in the main competition.

The lead role of the film is played by Eugene Huetz, whose Gypsy punk band Gogol Bordello accompanied Madonna during a concert in London this year. Other actors include Stephen Graham and Richard E. Grant.

Madonna, 49, who is married to British director Guy Ritchie, does not appear in the film.

Around 50 works are entered in the Berlinale's Panorama section.

(Xinhua News Agency December 28, 2007)