BERLIN, Dec 10 (ZIZ): The European Film Academy’s grand celebration of cinematic excellence unfolded last night in a dazzling gala attended by 1,000 luminaries from across the globe, including nominees, presenters, and international guests. This prestigious event marked the crowning moment of Europe’s film landscape, recognizing outstanding achievements in the realm of European cinema.
The spotlight shone brightest on “ANATOMY OF A FALL” directed by Justine Triet, which claimed five prestigious awards, including Best European Film, Director, Actress, Scriptwriter, and the Excellence Award for Editing. This triumph solidified the film’s place as a standout in European cinema, capping off the grand finale of the Academy’s “MONTH OF EUROPEAN FILM,” initiated a month prior.
Matthijs Wouter Knol, CEO, and director of the European Film Academy, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “It was an honor to provide a platform for these immensely talented European filmmakers, showcasing their captivating movies that reflect the myriad facets of human life. The European Film Awards serve as a testament to their excellence, and we eagerly anticipate reconvening next year in Lucerne.”
Winners of the European Film Awards 2023:
**European Film:**
- “ANATOMY OF A FALL” directed by Justine Triet (France)
**European Documentary:**
- “SMOKE SAUNA SISTERHOOD” directed by Anna Hints (Estonia, France, Iceland)
**European Director:**
- Justine Triet for “ANATOMY OF A FALL”
**European Actress:**
- Sandra Hüller in “ANATOMY OF A FALL”
**European Actor:**
- Mads Mikkelsen in “THE PROMISED LAND”
**European Screenwriter:**
- Justine Triet & Arthur Harari for “ANATOMY OF A FALL”
**European Discovery – Prix FIPRESCI:**
- “HOW TO HAVE SEX” directed by Molly Manning Walker (United Kingdom, Greece)
**European Animated Feature Film:**
- “ROBOT DREAMS” directed by Pablo Berger (Spain, France)
**European Short Film:**
- “HARDLY WORKING” directed by Total Refusal: Susanna Flock, Robin Klengel, Leonhard Müllner, and Michael Stumpf (Austria)
**European Young Audience Award:**
- “SCRAPPER” directed by Charlotte Regan (United Kingdom) – fiction
Additionally, earlier announcements recognized the winners in various technical categories and lifetime achievement awards, adding further prestige to the night’s celebration of European filmmaking prowess.
The European Film Awards ceremony, presented by the European Film Academy and European Film Academy Productions, stands tall as the pinnacle of recognition for European cinema, honoring the artistry, dedication, and innovation of the continent’s filmmakers.
