During the event, the actor will give a masterclass where he will share his experience and reflections on art.
Willem Dafoe will receive the heart of honor in the 31st Sarajevo Film Festivalwill be in recognition of your contribution to cinematographic art.
During the event, the actor will give a masterclass where he will share his experience and reflections on art.
Jovan Marjanovi, director of the festival, commented: “Every time it gets in front of the camera, it shows A authentic teacher in his trade. Whether starring a Hollywood blockbuster or an independent low -budget film, your characters are always complex, emotional and unforgettable. “
Willem Dafoe’s extensive trajectory
In 1979, Dafoe got a role in The door of heaven of Michael Cimino. Since then, he has collaborated with directors who represent an encyclopedia of world cinema, such as Wes Anderson, Kathryn Bigelow, Tim Burton, David Cronenberg, Mary Harron, Walter Hill, Spike Lee, David Lynch, Paul Schrader, Martin Scorsese, Zack Snyder, Guillermo del Toro, Yorgos Lanthimos and Zhang Yimou.
Dafoe was recognized with academy award nominations for At Eternity’s Gate, Platoon, Shadow of the Vampire and The Florida Project.
He was nominated for the Golden Globe by Shadow of The Vampire, The Florida Project, At Eternity’s Gate and Poor Things.
He also received two Independent Spirit awards, the Volpi Cup of the Venice Film Festival and an honorary gold bear from the Berlinale for his career.
More recently, Dafoe was appointed artistic director of the Theater Department for Seasons 2025 and 2026 of the Venice Biennial.
The 31st Sarajevo Film Festival will take place from August 15 to 22.
Source: Ambito
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