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Morocco film fest award goes to Russian movie

Monday, November 24, 2008
AFP


MARRAKESH, Morocco -- The top award at the Marrakesh international film festival, the Etoile d’Or (Golden Star), went to “Wild Field” by Georgian director Mikhail Kalatozishvili late Saturday. The film, representing Russia, tells the story of a young doctor who chooses to work in the steppe, empty and deserted. The villagers turn to him, not only for professional advice but also to share their daily problems with him.

Finnish actor Eero Aho won the Best Actor award for his role in the Finnish film “Tears of April.” Best actress award went to American actress Melissa Leo for her part in “Frozen River” representing the United States.

The Jury Prize was awarded to Chinese movie “The Shaft” by Zhang Chi. Some 15 entries competed for the top prize, including films from China, India, Denmark, Ireland and the Philippines. Leading the jury was American director Barry Levinson, who directed Robin Williams in “Good Morning Vietnam” and Tom Cruise in “Rain Man.”

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