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20-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Director of Julian Assange Film ‘The Six Billion Dollar Man' Wins Golden Globe Prize for Documentary
Eugene Jarecki, director of Julian Assange film 'The Six Billion Dollar Man,' has been awarded the first-ever Golden Globe Prize for Documentary. His film world premieres at Cannes Film Festival. The award, presented by Artemis Rising Foundation, was given to Jarecki on Monday at the Cannes Film Festival. More from Variety Hong Kong Cinema Makes Splash at Cannes With Industry Push Penélope Cruz to Star in Los Javis' 'La Bola Negra,' Acquired for Global Sales by Goodfellas MUV Capital, Retrato Filmes Set Trailblazing Partnership for Distribution in Brazil, Latin America (EXCLUSIVE) Jarecki is a two-time winner of the Sundance Grand Jury Prize, as well as multiple Emmy and Peabody Awards. The prize honors a filmmaker for their 'contribution in shaping the documentary genre and challenging the way audiences see the world.' The jury is composed of president of Golden Globes, Helen Hoehne; founder and CEO of Artemis Rising Foundation, Regina K. Scully; Academy Award winning producer and co-founder of Impact Partners, Geralyn White Dreyfous; and actor and producer Tessa Thompson. In deciding to award Jarecki, the jury highlighted how 'his films combine the skills of a journalist with the voice of a poet.' They commended him for 'balancing penetrating analysis with fearlessness, compassion and empathy.' They added: 'He helps us broaden our view of what is right and wrong,' and said that 'he is not afraid to look 'under the hood' of society and expose what is being rewired without our consent.' They felt overall that 'Jarecki's films deeply challenge our perspectives, and inspire us to defend our most fundamental freedoms.' The jury said: 'Eugene Jarecki embodies the very spirit of what this prize was created to honor. His documentaries are fearless, unflinching, and profoundly human – they don't just inform, they transform. At a time when truth is under pressure, Eugene's work reminds us of the power of storytelling to provoke, enlighten, and ultimately defend democracy itself. We are proud to recognize his extraordinary contribution with the first-ever Cannes Golden Globe Prize for Documentary.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
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17-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Tessa Thompson to Present First-Ever Cannes Golden Globe Prize for Documentary
Yara Sameh Actress and musician Tessa Thompson, known for 'Creed,' 'Thor: Ragnarok' and 'Men in Black: International,' will present the first-ever Golden Globe prize for documentary during the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. This inaugural award, presented by Artemis Rising Foundation, honors a documentary film director for 'their contribution in shaping the documentary genre and challenging the way audiences see the world.' Regina K. Scully, founder and CEO of Artemis Rising Foundation, said: 'The Artemis Rising Foundation is proud to shine a light on outstanding documentaries in the Cannes Film Festival. We believe socially impactful storytelling is more important than ever in our ever-changing world. We are excited to collaborate with the Golden Globes to present this essential inaugural award to a documentary filmmaker and elevate the genre.' The jury for the award includes president of Golden Globes, Helen Hoehne; Scully; co-founder of Impact Partners, Geralyn White Dreyfous; and Thompson. The jury will select a winning filmmaker from among finalists Raoul Peck, Eugene Jarecki, Alex Gibney, Mariska Hargitay, and Andrew Dominik, all of whom have a documentary premiere in this year's Cannes selection. The prize winner will be announced by Thompson at a Cannes Film Market event on May 19 at the Plages des Palmes venue, which includes a panel discussion, award ceremony and celebration reception. Hoehne said: 'This prize is a hugely significant step forward for the Golden Globes in honoring documentary filmmaking. It reflects the Golden Globes' approach to innovating new frontiers at a time when highlighting and supporting factual storytelling has never been more critical.' White Dreyfous said: 'At this volatile time in the business of documentary storytelling, this prize is a true beacon of hope for creatives, especially those who risk their lives to bring us truth and challenge our perspectives every day.' Thompson said: 'I'm honored to support this important prize and hope it leads to even greater recognition of the value that documentaries have for bringing truth to society.' The award launch and May 19 event is supported by Think-Film Impact Production. Founder and CEO Danielle Turkov Wilson will moderate the panel discussion around the prize presentation, which will also feature Rémi Lainé, president of La Scam, the documentary program at Cannes Film Festival, and White Dreyfous. The prize also launches at the 30-year anniversary of the Cannes L'Œil d'or documentary award presented by La Scam. The winner will receive Euros 10,000 cash award in recognition of their contribution in the documentary field. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
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15-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Tessa Thompson to present maiden Cannes Golden Globe honour for documentary
Los Angeles: Hollywood actress Tessa Thompson, who has showcased her acting prowess in films such as 'Creed,' 'Thor: Ragnarok' and 'Men in Black: International,' will present the first ever Golden Globe prize for documentary during the Cannes Film Festival. The inaugural award, presented by Artemis Rising Foundation, honors a documentary film director for 'their contribution in shaping the documentary genre and challenging the way audiences see the world,' reports Thompson said: 'I'm honored to support this important prize and hope it leads to even greater recognition of the value that documentaries have for bringing truth to society.' Regina K. Scully, founder and CEO of Artemis Rising Foundation, said: 'The Artemis Rising Foundation is proud to shine a light on outstanding documentaries in the Cannes Film Festival.' 'We believe socially impactful storytelling is more important than ever in our ever-changing world. We are excited to collaborate with the Golden Globes to present this essential inaugural award to a documentary filmmaker and elevate the genre.' The jury for the award includes president of Golden Globes, Helen Hoehne; Scully; co-founder of Impact Partners, Geralyn White Dreyfous; and Thompson. The jury will select a winning filmmaker from among finalists Raoul Peck, Eugene Jarecki, Alex Gibney, Mariska Hargitay, and Andrew Dominik, all of whom have a documentary premiere in Cannes selection this year. The prize winner will be announced by Thompson at a Cannes Film Market event on May 19 at the Plages des Palmes venue, which includes a panel discussion, award ceremony and celebration reception, reports Hoehne said: 'This prize is a hugely significant step forward for the Golden Globes in honoring documentary filmmaking. It reflects the Golden Globes' approach to innovating new frontiers at a time when highlighting and supporting factual storytelling has never been more critical.' White Dreyfous said: 'At this volatile time in the business of documentary storytelling, this prize is a true beacon of hope for creatives, especially those who risk their lives to bring us truth and challenge our perspectives every day.' The award launch and May 19 event is supported by Think-Film Impact Production. Founder and CEO Danielle Turkov Wilson will moderate the panel discussion around the prize presentation, which will also feature Rémi Lainé, president of La Scam, the documentary program at Cannes Film Festival, and White Dreyfous. The prize also launches at the 30-year anniversary of the Cannes L'Œil d'or documentary award presented by La Scam. The winner will receive Euros 10,000 (approx Rs. 9,58,930) cash award in recognition of their contribution in the documentary field.
