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Pedro Almodovar is slowly gathering up a pride at theVenice Film Festival.

Closing Ceremony - The 81st Venice International Film Festival

Im in shock and I have to go to my family, but this award is for her.

She shaped me, she guided me, and she made me.

Im beyond grateful that I get to say her name to all of you through Helena.

The collision of art and life is heartbreaking, and my heart is broken.

Pedro AlmodovarGrand Jury Prize:Vermiglio- dir.

Maura DelperoSilver Lion for Best Director:Brady Corbet forThe BrutalistSpecial Jury Prize:April- dir.

Sarah Friedland

Horizons Extra Winner:Audience Award:Shahed(The Witness)- dir.

Nanni Moretti

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