"RIFF 2023 presents Isabelle Huppert, Vicky Krieps, and Luca Guadagnino."
World-famous film stars will visit Iceland to celebrate Reykjavik International Film Festival which takes place on September 28 to October 8 approx. Among them are the great actresses Isabelle Huppert, who has received numerous awards for her performance and Vicky Krieps, who won the European Film Awards last year, which were presented at Harpa, for her role in Corsage (2022)Then the film director will Luca Guadagnino also coming to this country but his picture Call Me By Your Name from 2017 enjoyed great favor around the world.
Iceland's President, Guðni Th. Jóhannesson, will present them with honorary awards on behalf of RIFF for their outstanding artistic contributions and their contributions to filmmaking."
France is in the spotlight at RIFF this year, and it's especially exciting that the legend Isabelle Huppert will be among the guests. She is a major star in French cinema with a career spanning over 50 years. Vicky Krieps is also well-known for her roles in films like 'Old' by M. Night Shyamalan and 'Phantom Thread' by Paul Thomas Anderson. She received the Best Actress award at the 35th European Film Awards held in Reykjavik in December for her portrayal of Empress Elisabeth of Austria in 'Corsage' (2022) by Marie Kreutzer. Most people recognize Luca Guadagnino as the director of the film 'Call Me By Your Name,' released in 2017, which won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. The movie is based on the novel by André Aciman, which shares the same name and was published in 2007.
It is with great pride that RIFF 2023 announces the first honorary guests of the festival:
Isabelle Huppert
Isabelle Anne Madeleine Huppert, born in 1953, is a superstar in French cinema with a career that spans up to 150 roles in films and television.
Huppert's career is star-studded with accolades that reflect her unique talents. In 1978, her performance in the film The Lacemaker (1977) Huppert's career is adorned with recognitions that reflect her exceptional talents. In 1978, her performance in the film "The Lacemaker" (1977) earned her the BAFTA award for Most Promising Newcomer, and her success continued with two awards for Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival for "Violette Nozière" (1978) and "The Piano Teacher" (2001), which are perhaps her most well-known roles. Huppert received international acclaim for her performance in "Elle" (2016), which earned her both a Golden Globe award and an Academy Award nomination. BAFTA Awards as the most promising newcomer and her winning streak continued with two awards for best actress at the Cannes Film Festival for Violette Nozière (1978) and The Piano Teacher (2001) but it is undoubtedly her best-known role. Huppert received international acclaim for her performance in Elle (2016), which earned her both a Golden Globe Award and an Oscar nomination.
As a sign of its lasting impact, The New York Times named Isabelle Huppert the second best actor of the 21st century, and at the 72nd Berlin Film Festival in 2022, she was awarded the Honorary Golden Bear as a testament to her lifelong dedication to acting. To underscore her enduring influence, The New York Times named Isabelle Huppert the second-best actor of the 21st century, and at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival in 2022, she was awarded the Honorary Golden Bear as a testament to her lifelong dedication to the craft. With a name etched in the annals of film history, we are excited to honor Isabelle Huppert, her legacy, and her boundless wellspring of talent at RIFF 2023.
Trailer: Elle (2016)
Trailer: The Piano Teacher (2001) Will be shown at RIFF 23
Trailer: Mrs. Hyde (2018) Will be shown at RIFF 23
Vicky Krieps
Last December, Vicky Krieps (b. 1983) was honored as Best Actress at the 35th European Film Awards held in Reykjavík for her portrayal of Empress Elisabeth of Austria in Corsage In December of last year, Vicky Krieps (born in 1983) was honored as the Best Actress at the 35th European Film Awards, which were held in Reykjavik, for her portrayal of Empress Elisabeth of Austria in "Corsage" (2022) by Marie Kreutzer. It is therefore particularly delightful to welcome her to RIFF 2023 and to present her with an honorary award for her outstanding artistic contributions.
Kriep's career blossomed in the mid-1990s as she landed one role after another in a variety of major film projects. She showcased her talent in The Young Karl Marx (2017) and Gutland (2019), but it was her amazing performance in The Oscar-winning film Krieps' career blossomed in the middle of the last decade when she tackled each role with finesse in various major film projects. She showcased her talents in "The Young Karl Marx" (2017) and "Gutland" (2019), but it was her remarkable performance in the Oscar-nominated film "Phantom Thread" (2017) by Paul Thomas Anderson that catapulted her to stardom. after Paul Thomas Anderson which launched her into the starry sky.
Her captivating presence on the silver screen was notably seen in "Bergman Island" (2021) and "More Than Ever" (2022), the penultimate film of Gaspard Ulliel. In her latest work, she delved back into her German roots, taking on the title role of Ingeborg Bachmann in "Journey into the Desert" (2023), directed by the legendary German filmmaker Margarethe von Trotta.
With her exceptional performances and innate ability to interpret diverse characters, Vicky Krieps has rightfully earned her place as an honorary guest at RIFF 2023.
Trailer: Corsage (2022) Will be shown at RIFF 23
Trailer: Phantom Thread (2017) Will be shown at RIFF 23
Trailer: Bergman Islands (2021)
Luca Guadagnino
Luca Guadagnino (born 1971) is an Italian filmmaker best known for his candid, heartfelt, and artistic films. Guadagnino first gained fame with the romantic drama Luca Guadagnino, born in 1971, is an Italian filmmaker best known for his sincere, heartfelt, and artistic films. Guadagnino first gained recognition with the romantic drama "I Am Love" (2009), starring Tilda Swinton in the lead role, which received a total of 14 major film awards. This marked the beginning of their successful collaboration, which continued with acclaimed films such as "A Bigger Splash" (2015) and a remake of Dario Argento's "Suspiria" (2018)., starring Tilda Swinton, which won a total of 14 major film awards. This marked the beginning of a successful collaboration between the two, which continued with critically acclaimed films such as A Bigger Splash (2015) and the remake of Dario Argento's Suspiria (2018).
One of Guadagnino's most famous works is the romantic classic Call Me By Your Name (2017), which won the 2018 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. The film played a key role in firing the lead actor Timothée Chalamet up to stardom, and their collaboration with Guadagnino continued in his latest film, One of Guadagnino's most celebreted works is the coming of age romance "Call Me By Your Name" (2017), which won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay in 2018. The film played a pivotal role in launching actor Timothée Chalamet to stardom, and their collaboration continued with Guadagnino's latest film, "Bones and All" (2022). Guadagnino continues to deliver captivating cinematic narratives to audiences, and his upcoming film, "Challengers," starring Zendaya, will premiere next year. In the meantime, he is putting the finishing touches on "Queer," featuring Daniel Craig, set in Italy. Guadagnino continues to bring audiences gripping cinematic narratives, with his latest film, Challengers, starring Zendaya, set for release next year. In the meantime, he's finishing up Queer, starring Daniel Craig, in Italy.
Luca Guadagnino's contributions to the world of filmmaking make him a noteworthy honorary guest and an emerging master at RIFF this year.
Trailer: Call Me By Your Name (2017) Will be shown at RIFF 23
Trailer: I Am Love (2009) Will be shown at RIFF 23
Trailer: Bones and All (2022)
Honorary guests of past years
RIFF has had the honor of welcoming a remarkable array of guests over the years, connecting culture and filmmaking. Some examples of the distinguished individuals who have previously graced RIFF with their presence include:
Rossy de Palma, Alexandre O. Phillipe, Albert Serra, Joachim Trier, Trine Dyrholm, Debbie Harry, John Hawkes, Mads Mikkelsen, Shailene Woodley, Werner Herzog, Darren Aronofsky, Chloe Sevigny and Lone Scherfig.
