Turkish filmmaker Nuri Bilge Ceylan and Bosnian entrepreneur Nijaz Hastor will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo Award at the 24th Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF), which kicks off on August 10, the festival's management announced.
While Ceylan will receive the award as a recognition for the outstanding contribution to the art of film and support to the festival, Hastor will be rewarded for his continuous support to the festival's development and exceptional contribution to the affirmation and development of film in this region.
The Turkish artist, who is the winner of numerous movie awards at the renowned festivals, is also the honorary guest of the 24th SFF's Tribute to programme.
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Hastor is considered one of Europe's most successful entrepreneurs and is a true visionary and philanthropist best known for his modesty, fairness and dignity, said SFF management.
