Javier Bardem Receives Donostia Award at San Sebastian Film Festival
Bardem emotionally thanked his family and wife, Penelope Cruz, during the ceremony after missing last year's event due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.
- Javier Bardem was honored with the Donostia Lifetime Achievement Award at the 72nd San Sebastian Film Festival.
- Bardem's acceptance speech included heartfelt tributes to his wife, Penelope Cruz, and their children, Leo and Luna.
- The actor's siblings, Monica and Carlos Bardem, presented the award, praising him for his dedication and character.
- Bardem reflected on his 30-year relationship with the festival, recalling his Silver Shell win for best actor in 1994.
- The festival also awarded the Fipresci Prize to Yorgos Lanthimos's 'Poor Things,' accepted by Disney Spain's Manuel Muro.