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Julianne Moore to Receive Golden Icon Award at Zurich Film Fest
2 Sep
Summary
- Julianne Moore receives the Golden Icon Award for her career.
- She stars in Jesse Eisenberg's new film, 'The Debut'.
- Moore previously won an Oscar for 'Still Alice'.
The 22nd Zurich Film Festival will present the prestigious Golden Icon Award to Julianne Moore, acknowledging her outstanding contributions to cinema. Moore is celebrated for her "extraordinary career" and a particularly lauded performance in her latest film, 'The Debut.'
She will attend the festival alongside director Jesse Eisenberg, marking their second collaboration after Eisenberg's 2022 directorial debut, 'When You Finish Saving the World.' In 'The Debut,' Moore portrays Mona Friedman, a housewife who transforms into a zealous method actor to protect her role.
Festival CEO Christian Jungen praised Moore's versatility and intense portrayals, calling her "one of the outstanding character actresses of American cinema." He highlighted her role in 'The Debut' as a powerful performance of a woman pursuing her dreams, making it a fitting tribute to her profession.
Moore's celebrated filmography includes an Academy Award for 'Still Alice' and numerous Oscar nominations for films such as 'Far From Heaven' and 'Boogie Nights.' Her achievements are further marked by best actress awards from the Cannes, Venice, and Berlin film festivals.
