Pamela Anderson will be honored with a career achievement award at the 51st Deauville American Film Festival, beginning September 5. This recognition celebrates Anderson’s extensive work in film and philanthropy, as she follows in the footsteps of past honorees such as Natalie Portman, Michelle Williams, and Michael Douglas.
Anderson’s Recent and Upcoming Film Projects
After her highly praised return to acting in The Last Showgirl last year, Anderson continues to collaborate with acclaimed filmmakers worldwide. Her upcoming roles include parts in Karim Aïnouz’s Rosebush Pruning, Kornél Mundruczó’s Place to Be, Sally Potter’s Alma, and Michael Cera’s directorial debut, Love Is Not the Answer.
Festival Highlights Tribute to Kim Novak
The festival will also honor Kim Novak, famed for her performance in Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo. Novak will receive an Honorary Award on September 6, followed by a screening of the documentary Kim Novak’s Vertigo by Alexandre O. Philippe. Several of Novak’s iconic films, including Hitchcock’s Vertigo and Otto Preminger’s The Man With the Golden Arm, will be showcased as part of this tribute. Novak will also be recognized at the Venice Film Festival.
Kristen Stewart’s Role at Deauville Festival
Kristen Stewart will attend the festival to present her directorial debut, Chronology of Water, and has been given the freedom to select and screen her favorite films. Stewart will also participate in a discussion hosted with the support of Chanel, adding a unique perspective to the event’s programming.
Noteworthy Film Premieres and Honors Scheduled
Among the anticipated premieres are Oliver Hermanus’s The History of Sound, Kelly Reichardt’s The Mastermind, Yórgos Lánthimos’s Bugonia, and Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague. The festival will also present the Hollywood Rising Star Award to Zoey Deutch and screen Joachim Trier’s Cannes Grand Prix-winning film Sentimental Value.
Festival Details and Leadership
The 51st Deauville American Film Festival will run from September 5 to 14. Actress Golshifteh Farahani, star of the film Alpha, will preside over the jury, overseeing the selection and awards process throughout the event.
Recognition of Anderson’s Impact
The festival highlighted Anderson’s dual legacy, praising
her work as an actress with a passionate commitment to philanthropy and advocacy, leaving a lasting mark on the cultural imagination,
a statement reflecting the reason behind her Deauville Talent Award.
