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Sandra Hüller Receives Braunschweig Festival’s Top Prize “Die Europa”

The jury cited her versatility and impact in international cinema.

Overview

  • Hüller was presented with “Die Europa,” the Internationales Filmfest Braunschweig’s main award, on Saturday in a ceremony at the Staatstheater.
  • The prize is endowed with €25,000, and Hüller said she does not rank awards but appreciates when her work is recognized.
  • She emphasized that European filmmaking is increasingly cross‑border and that learning languages opens opportunities to work in other countries’ productions.
  • The jury praised her range and global profile, highlighting roles in Anatomy of a Fall and The Zone of Interest and her Best Actress Oscar nomination last year.
  • Hüller said she plans to donate the €25,000 prize money to five charitable organizations.