Three ZFF Films Honored at the European Film Awards in Lucerne

The 37th edition of the European Film Awards brought excitement to Lucerne, where the prestigious event was hosted for the first time. Particularly noteworthy: three films that celebrated their Swiss premieres at the Zurich Film Festival 2024 received awards, highlighting the quality and relevance of the ZFF program.

• Abou Sangare was honored as Best European Actor for his role in L'HISTOIRE DE SOULEYMANE. A remarkable performance that had already captivated audiences at the ZFF.

• The award-winning animated film FLOW triumphed in the Animated Feature Film category, impressing with its innovative execution and emotional depth.

• The documentary THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF IBELIN won the European Young Audience Award – an inspiring story that had already touched the hearts of young and old at the ZFF.

The Zurich Film Festival is thrilled about these outstanding achievements and warmly congratulates the winners on their well-deserved awards. These honors not only underscore the quality of the films but also affirm the ZFF’s international significance as a platform for European cinema.