Sigourney Weaver to receive Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement
Published By : Prameya News Bureau | June 29, 2024 IST
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Los Angeles, June 29: Sigourney Weaver, the Oscar-winning actor, is set to receive the esteemed Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the 81st Venice International Film Festival in Los Angeles. Reflecting on this honor, Weaver expressed gratitude, attributing it to her numerous collaborators and filmmakers over the years. She remarked, "I proudly accept this award in celebration of all who have helped bring these films to life."
Alberto Barbera, the director of the Venice Film Festival, praised Weaver's exceptional talent and influence, particularly highlighting her breakthrough role in Ridley Scott's "Alien." He noted, "An actress of Sigourney Weaver's caliber has few equals, having captured the imagination of audiences with 'Alien' and defining a new era for heroines in action films during the 1980s."
Weaver's contribution to cinema as a versatile and pioneering actor remains a cornerstone of her legacy, making her an iconic figure in film history.
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