18 Dec 2008 Cannes 2008
The Ecumenical Jury Prize went to Adoration directed by Atom Egoyan (Canada). The citation stated: ‘Simon, an adolescent with a complex family history, attempts to create his identity while overcoming cultural stereotypes. His invented personal story, which he presents to his class, explodes in Internet forums. He must contend both emotionally and intellectually with the issues raised. Using poetic cinematography, the director presents traditional and contemporary symbols and objects to invite us to re-evaluate existing clichés about the Other or that which is foreign in our own culture and religion.’ |
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