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    Spain honors Penélope Cruz for contribution to cinema

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    Penelope Cruz arrives at the Oscars March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Oscar-winning actress Penélope Cruz won one of Spain’s top film awards for her outsized contribution to Spanish cinema, the country’s ministry of culture said Monday, June 6, 2022. The jury of the 2022 National Cinema award were unanimous in their decision to honor the Madrid-born star. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
    MADRID (AP) --

    Penélope Cruz has won one of Spain's top film awards for her contribution to Spanish cinema, the country's ministry of culture said Monday.

    The jury of the 2022 National Cinema award was unanimous in its decision to honor the Madrid-born star, describing the 48-year-old Oscar winner in a statement as an "iconic actress whose brilliant legacy enriches Spain's cultural heritage."

    "Committed to her craft, she seeks excellence in her work, allowing her to create some of the most unforgettable characters in the history of our cinema," the jury added.

    The recognition is the latest addition to Cruz's long list of accolades, from an Academy Award for best supporting actress in "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," to top awards at the Cannes and Venice Film Festival for her performances in "Volver" and "Parallel Mothers."

    Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez congratulated Cruz soon after the award was announced.

    "She is the embodiment of cinema, both Spanish and international," Sánchez tweeted, citing her "immense talent and exceptional performances."

    Past winners of the award include actor Antonio Banderas and director Isabel Coixet.

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    Kevin Costner to receive MPSE Filmmaker Award; Greg Hedgepath named recipient of MPSE Career Achievement honor

    Thursday, November 21, 2024
    Kevin Costner (photo courtesy of Kevin Costner)

    Motion Picture Sound Editors (MPSE) will present Oscar®-winning filmmaker and actor Kevin Costner with the 2025 MPSE Filmmaker Award, bestowed annually to a filmmaker of distinction. And supervising sound editor Greg Hedgepath will receive the Career Achievement Award for his prolific career in sound editing. Both awards will be presented during MPSE’s 72nd Annual Golden Reel Awards Gala on February 23, 2025 at the Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles.

    The MPSE Filmmaker Award is bestowed upon an individual outside the sound community whose career has demonstrated a great appreciation and understanding of the impact of sound editing. The MPSE Career Achievement Award is presented to a person whose career has made a significant impact on the sound community through exemplary work, service or leadership.

    “Kevin Costner has captivated audiences with his powerful storytelling throughout his illustrious career,” said MPSE president David Barber. “From epic Westerns to poignant dramas, his use of sound as an integral component of his cinematic storytelling has stirred our emotions and immersed viewers in the worlds he’s created for decades. This passion for sound is abundantly clear in his latest ambitious project, the Horizon saga. We are thrilled to honor him with the Filmmaker Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the art of storytelling through sound in film and television.”

    Barber added, “Greg Hedgepath is a true titan in the world of sound. His contributions to cinema are immense, spanning decades and encompassing a remarkable range of genres. From the heart-pounding intensity of ‘Speed’ and ‘Twister’ to the nuanced drama of ‘Selma’ and ‘Straight Outta Compton’, Greg’s work has consistently elevated... Read More

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