«From film, we learn a lot about what it is to be a human being» | ZFF Masters with Colin Farrell

In this ZFF Masters session, Irish actor Colin Farrell reflects on his remarkable journey through over two decades in film — from his early days on set to becoming one of the most versatile performers of his generation. Farrell shares insights into the making of BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, his latest collaboration with filmmaker Edward Berger, and what acting has given him over the years.

Farrell gibt Einblicke in die Entstehung von BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, seiner neuesten Zusammenarbeit mit Regisseur Edward Berger, und spricht darüber, was ihm die Schauspielerei im Laufe der Jahre bedeutet hat. Zudem erinnert er sich an die kreativen Partnerschaften mit einigen der markantesten Stimmen des Kinos, darunter Yorgos Lanthimos und Martin McDonagh.

He also looks back on his creative partnerships with some of cinema’s most distinctive voices, including Yorgos Lanthimos and Martin McDonagh. Farrell has built an extraordinary career across international arthouse and studio cinema, with acclaimed performances in IN BRUGES, THE LOBSTER, THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER, THE BATMAN, and THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN. At the Zurich Film Festival 2025, Farrell presented his latest film BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER and received the Golden Icon Award in honor of his outstanding career. BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER is available to stream on Netflix starting October 29.

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ZFF Masters are in-depth conversations with renowned voices from world cinema, open to the public and held during the Zurich Film Festival. They offer audiences a rare opportunity to gain insight into the creative process and artistic vision of leading figures in film. The episodes are available on Youtube or as Podcast.