'Minotaur' by Andrey Zvyagintsev Wins Top Prize at Sydney Film Festival
Andrey Zvyagintsev's thriller, "Minotaur," has been awarded the Sydney Film Prize at the 73rd Sydney Film Festival. The film, set in contemporary Russia and also a Cannes winner, secured the AUD$60,000 (US$42,200) prize. The festival concluded its 12-day run at the State Theatre, with organizers reporting it as the highest-selling event in its history.
Andrey Zvyagintsev's thriller, titled "Minotaur," received the Sydney Film Prize on Sunday night, concluding the 73rd Sydney Film Festival.
The film, which is set against the backdrop of contemporary Russia, was also recognized as a Cannes winner prior to its success in Sydney. Zvyagintsev was awarded AUD$60,000, equivalent to US$42,200, for his work.
The festival, which ran for 12 days at the State Theatre, was described by organizers as the highest-selling in the event's history.
(Source: Variety)
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