Movilfest Honors Legendary Filmmaker Miklós Jancsó

Movilfest is proud to celebrate the extraordinary career of Hungarian filmmaker Miklós Jancsó, who received the prestigious EME Honorary Award in 2014. The award was presented by Sandra González, founder and director of Movilfest, during the festival’s ceremony. In her words, “The Last Knight receives his well-deserved recognition,” a statement reflecting Jancsó’s unparalleled contributions to the world of cinema.

Miklós Jancsó gained international recognition in the mid-1960s with groundbreaking films such as The Round Up(Szegénylegények, 1965), The Red and the White (Csillagosok, katonák, 1967), and Red Psalm (Még kér a nép, 1971). His unique vision and innovative storytelling cemented his legacy in global cinema.

A Lifetime of Achievements

Jancsó’s remarkable career has been celebrated with numerous prestigious awards throughout the years, including:

• Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival (1972)

• Life Achievement Award at the Cannes Film Festival (1979)

• Lifetime Achievement Award at the Venice Film Festival (1990)

• Kossuth Prize, Hungary’s highest cultural accolade (1973)

• Viareggio Lifetime Achievement Award (2010)

• EME Winner at Movilfest (2013)

His recognition at Movilfest aligns with the festival’s mission to promote creativity, innovation, and inclusivity through mobile technologies and global talent. The EME Honorary Award reflects the values of Movilfest, celebrating individuals whose careers inspire and transform the industry.