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Isabella Rossellini to Be Honoured at Locarno Film Festival
Veteran actor-filmmaker Isabella Rossellini will be honoured with the Excellence Award at the Locarno Film Festival on August 5. The festival will celebrate her decades-long contribution to cinema, television, fashion, and storytelling.
The Locarno Film Festival has announced that acclaimed actor and filmmaker Isabella Rossellini will receive its prestigious Excellence Award during the opening night ceremony on August 5.
Rossellini, 73, is widely regarded as one of the most influential personalities in contemporary cinema, television, and fashion. Over the course of her career, she has built a global reputation not only as an actor but also as a filmmaker, author, and cultural icon.
The festival said the award recognises her outstanding artistic achievements and enduring impact on international cinema. Rossellini has collaborated with several renowned filmmakers and artists throughout her decades-long career, earning acclaim for performances that blended emotional depth with striking screen presence.
Among her most celebrated works is Blue Velvet, directed by David Lynch, which remains one of the defining films of her career. Her performance in the film continues to be regarded as one of the landmark roles in modern cinema.
Beyond acting, Rossellini has also been recognised for her contributions to fashion and beauty, becoming an internationally known figure across multiple creative industries. Her career has spanned European and Hollywood cinema, television productions, documentaries, and experimental filmmaking projects.
The Locarno Film Festival is one of Europe’s oldest and most respected film festivals, known for honouring influential artists and showcasing innovative international cinema.