Live Updates from the European Film Awards
At the 38th European Film Awards, Eskil Vogt and Joachim Trier were honored as Best Screenwriters for their film, *Sentimental Value*. The event took place on a Saturday evening, highlighting significant achievements in European cinema.
Key Winners and Highlights
Stellan Skarsgård and Renate Reinsve also received accolades, winning Best European Actor and Actress, respectively, for their roles in *Sentimental Value*. This film, a frontrunner with multiple nominations, included categories for Best Film and Best Director.
Other Notable Contenders
- *Sirāt*, directed by Oliver Laxe, a drama set in Morocco.
- *Sound of Falling*, the debut film by Mascha Schilinski.
- *It Was Just An Accident*, directed by Jafar Panahi.
Awards for Craft Excellence
*Sirāt* dominated the craft awards, securing wins for several categories:
- Best European Production Designer
- Best European Sound Design
- Best European Editor
- Best European Casting Director
Animated Feature Recognition
Ugo Bienvenu’s *Arco* was celebrated as the Best European Animated Feature Film. This film has also been recognized internationally, previously winning at the Annecy International Film Festival.
Opening Remarks by Jafar Panahi
Jafar Panahi opened the ceremony with a poignant message about the ongoing violence in Iran. He expressed concern over the brutal crackdown on protesters, stating that silence in the face of such violence is a form of complicity. According to reports, over 3,000 protesters have been killed and 18,000 arrested amidst the protests.
Honorary Awards
Lifetime Achievement Awards were given to Liv Ullmann and Alice Rohrwacher. Ullmann emphasized the importance of cinema in portraying human experiences during her acceptance speech.
Additional Awards Presented
Following are some of the other awards announced during the ceremony:
- Best European Documentary: *Fiume o Morte!* by Igor Bezinović
- Best European Editor: Cristóbal Fernández for *Sirāt*
- European Composer (Original Score): Hania Rani for *Sentimental Value*
- Best European Discovery – Prix FIPRESCI: *On Falling* directed by Laura Carreira
- European Young Audience Award: *Siblings* directed by Greta Scarano
- European Short Film – Prix Vimeo: *City of Poets* directed by John Smith
Filmogaz.com will continue to provide live updates and coverage of the European Film Awards 2026. The celebration of innovative storytelling and artistic excellence continues to inspire audiences across the continent.
