The message reads, in part:
“A director, screenwriter, and creator of an extraordinary body of feature films, documentaries, and innovative projects, you are rightfully considered one of the foremost masters of contemporary cinema. Audiences and colleagues alike value your exceptional talent, continual pursuit of artistic excellence, and, above all, for unwavering commitment to art and your immense personal contribution to nurturing and developing young talents.”
Alexander Sokurov is a Soviet and Russian film director, screenwriter, People’s Artist of Russia, six-time winner of the Nika National Film Award, and a member of the Presidential Council for Civil Society and Human Rights.