In recognition of her outstanding contribution to film art, actress Meg Ryan will receive the Honorable Heart of Sarajevo award at the 30th Sarajevo Film Festival, which will be held from August 16 to 23.
As announced by the Sarajevo Film Festival, "a Hollywood star known for his versatility and natural charm in every role he plays, Rajan will also present a special screening of his hit romantic comedy from 1998, You Have a Message."
The famous actress will greet the audience in the Metalac open-air cinema, in the same place where this film was shown 25 years ago, at the 5th Sarajevo Film Festival, in 1999.
"Meg Rajan will hold a masterclass moderated by award-winning director Danis Tanović, winner of the Oscar for the film No Man's Land. The masterclass will be a special opportunity to gain insight into the key aspects of Meg Rajan's career and her new film 'What Happens Later', which will be shown at the Festival ", it is stated.
A romantic comedy that Rajan directed, wrote and co-starred with David Duchovni, "What Happens Later" is her second directorial effort, following the independent film "Ithaca" in 2015.
"Meg Rajan won our hearts at first sight. Not only did she charm us all with her unforgettable roles, but she also proved her skill behind the camera as a director and screenwriter. We are honored to award her the Heart of Sarajevo," said the director of the Sarajevo Film Festival. , Jovan Marjanović.
Meg Ryan gained widespread recognition for her comedic appeal in her first Golden Globe-nominated role as Sally Albright in When Harry Met Sally.
She went on to star in the hit romantic comedy "Insomnia in Seattle," co-starring Tom Hanks, which earned her a second Golden Globe nomination.
The Honorary Heart of Sarajevo was established in 2005 with the aim of recognizing individuals for their exceptional contribution to the affirmation and development of the film industry and the support and development of the Sarajevo Film Festival.
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