US actress Ellen Burstyn to get Venice Lifetime award
U.S. actress Ellen Burstyn, best known for her roles in “The Exorcist” and “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,” will receive a lifetime achievement award at this year’s Venice film festival, organizers said Tuesday.
The 93-year-old, who has starred in over 150 films, said she was “so honored” by the decision to award her the Golden Lion.
“Wow! I not only get to travel to one of my top most favorite cities in the whole world. I get to return home carrying a Golden Lion in my arms!” she was quoted by the festival as saying.
This year’s edition will run between Sept. 2 and 12 and the jury will be led by U.S. actress Maggie Gyllenhaal.
