Wim Wenders to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award from German Film Academy

Renowned filmmaker Wim Wenders, celebrated as an 'icon of world cinema for over five decades,' is set to receive a lifetime achievement award from the German Film Academy, a sign of solidarity following recent criticism.

24 Mar, 15:28 — 24 Mar, 15:28

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Wim Wenders to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award From German Film Academy

The honor is a sign of solidarity from the Academy with the 80-year-old director, who was sharply criticized for his filmmakers “should stay out of politics” comments he made at this year's Berlinale.

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