Gothenburg, Scandinavia’s largest film and television event, this year pays tribute to a unique personality of seventh art: to French-American and director Zilie Delpi. With two Oscar nominations the well-known actress, Julie Delpi will receive at the Film Festival in Gothenburg, the Dragon Honorary Award, while sharing her experiences and thoughts in a discussion with the public about her new film, “Meet the Barbarians”. CORVERSE The film follows the journey of a family from Syria who finds refuge in a village in Northern France. “Zili Delpi is a special voice in the film world,” said Gothenburg artistic director Pia Lundberg, according to Variety. “Her work combines humor, depth and sensitivity in a way that finds great appeal to the public worldwide. She is a pioneer, a source of inspiration and we are truly proud to honor her with this year’s “Dragon” award”. Gothenburg Film Festival 2025 will take place from 24 January to 3 February, with the famous director receiving the award on 29 January during the screening of “Meet the Barbarians” in Biograf Draken, the city.
Gothenburg Film Festival pays tribute to Julie Dragon Awarded Delpi
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