Veteran actor Matt Dillon will receive the prestigious Golden Alexander award at the upcoming Thessaloniki Film Festival in Greece. Organizers will honor Dillon for his long acting career and diverse artistic contributions to cinema. The 65th annual festival runs from October 31 to November 10.
During the festival, Dillon will showcase several of his recent projects. This includes his portrayal of legendary actor Marlon Brando in the film “Being Maria.” The movie explores actress Maria Schneider’s experience filming the controversial 1972 film “Last Tango in Paris.” Dillon both acts in and directed “Being Maria,” which had its premiere earlier this year at the Cannes Film Festival.
Festival organizers will also honor Dillon by screening his 2002 directorial debut “City of Ghosts.” In addition, Dillon will participate in an experimental art installation called “Interfears.” The piece will use MRI scans to visualize Dillon’s brain activity while he performs a monologue. Both the installation and award ceremony will take place on November 4th.
With roles in films directed by Francis Ford Coppola, Gus Van Sant, and Paul Haggis, Dillon has acted in many seminal movies over four decades. His performance in Haggis’ 2004 drama “Crash” earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Most recently, Dillon filmed Fernando Trueba’s thriller “Haunted Heart” in Greece, strengthening his connection to the country hosting this festival.
Considered one of the top actors of his generation by critic Roger Ebert, Dillon’s career accomplishments will be honored at the 65th Thessaloniki Film Festival through screenings, awards, and an innovative art installation. The event celebrates Dillon’s long-lasting contributions to both film acting and directing.
