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Susan Sarandon Honored at Rome Film Fest
22 Sep
Summary
- Susan Sarandon will receive the Womenlands Excellence Award.
- She stars in Zach Woods' debut film, 'The Accompanist'.
- Sarandon noted Hollywood shuns her for pro-Palestine stance.
The Rome Film Festival's Alice in the City section will honor actress Susan Sarandon with its Womenlands Excellence Award. This award celebrates remarkable Italian and international women in culture, entertainment, and activism.
Sarandon is attending the festival to promote "The Accompanist," the directorial debut of Zach Woods, in which she plays a new foster parent. The film previously premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
The festival highlighted Sarandon's diverse career, spanning decades and including memorable roles. They praised her ability to portray complex female characters and maintain artistic independence from Hollywood.
Recently, Sarandon also attended the Venice Film Festival for "The Echo Chamber." She shared that she feels excluded by Hollywood for her outspoken support of Palestine.
