Naomi Watts receives Donostia Award at San Sebastian Film Festival
British actor Naomi Watts will receive the Donostia Award at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain on Saturday.
Career highlights and nominations
Watts rose to prominence with her role in David Lynch's 2001 film Mulholland Drive. She received two Oscar nominations for the films 21 Grams and The Impossible. Her career spans nearly four decades of work with cinema greats.
Views on industry changes
The actress noted that attitudes toward women in the film industry have improved recently. She previously faced advice suggesting her career would end at age 40. Watts stated she continues to seek roles that shift thinking and alter narratives.
Previous award recipients
The festival has presented this top prize to actors including Gregory Peck and Penelope Cruz. Other honorees include Julia Roberts, Johnny Depp, Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, and Sigourney Weaver.
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