By Anna Ellis • Updated: 06 Jun 2022 • 17:23
Spain honours Penelope Cruz for her contribution to cinema. CC/Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0
The jury of the 2022 National Cinema Award was unanimous in its decision to honour the Madrid-born star, describing the 48-year-old Oscar winner in a statement as an “iconic actress whose brilliant legacy enriches Spain’s cultural heritage,” according to El Pais.
“Committed to her craft, she seeks excellence in her work, allowing her to create some of the most unforgettable characters in the history of our cinema,” the jury added.
The recognition is the latest addition to Cruz’s long list of accolades, from an Academy Award for best-supporting actress in “Vicky Cristina Barcelona,” to top awards at the Cannes and Venice Film Festival for her performances in “Volver” and “Parallel Mothers.”
Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez congratulated Penelope Cruz soon after the award was announced.
“She is the embodiment of cinema, both Spanish and international,” the Prime Minister tweeted, citing her “immense talent and exceptional performances.”
Past winners of the award include actor Antonio Banderas and director Isabel Coixet.
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Originally from Derbyshire, Anna has lived in the middle of nowhere on the Costa Blanca for 19 years. She is passionate about her animal family including four dogs and four horses, musicals and cooking.
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