Overview

• Farrell received the Zurich Film Festival’s Golden Icon Award and discussed his latest film during a masterclass appearance.
• In Ballad of a Small Player, he portrays Lord Doyle, an Irish con man and high-roller whose luck is fraying in Macau.
• He said the script left him feeling nauseous and described the finished film as incredibly loud with bombastic, brash colors.
• Production filmed on location in Macau, including live casino floors, a demanding setup that left the team exhausted.
• He reflected on a career rebound from early setbacks through In Bruges and recent turns like the Penguin, noting he remains grateful yet wary of awards.