Overview

• Kevin Spacey will be presented with the Award for Excellence in Film and Television at the Better World Fund’s 10th Anniversary Gala in Cannes on May 20, 2025.
• The award recognizes Spacey’s decades of artistic contributions and his lasting impact on cinema and the arts, according to the fund’s statement.
• Spacey’s appearance in Cannes aligns with efforts by producers of his upcoming indie thriller, 'The Awakening,' to market the film to potential buyers at the festival.
• This marks a significant phase in Spacey’s career revival following his acquittal in a 2023 UK criminal trial and a 2022 civil case in New York.
• The gala, held at the Carlton Hotel, is not part of the official Cannes Film Festival but serves as a prominent independent event during the festival season.