Cate Blanchett Receives Icon Award at Camerimage Festival Poland

Cate Blanchett, the two-time Oscar-winning Australian actress, will receive the 2025 Icon Award at the Camerimage film festival in Toruń, Poland, recognizing her outstanding contribution to the art of cinematography. She is familiar with the festival, having chaired the competition jury in 2024 and previously supporting films there through her production company Dirty Films. Blanchett's career is marked by roles in films such as Elizabeth, I'm Not There, Carol, and Tár, all of which have been honored for their cinematography at Camerimage and other awards. Festival director Marek Żydowicz praised her sensitivity, charisma, and exceptional skill, highlighting how her performances inspire audiences worldwide. The Icon Award ceremony will take place during the festival's closing gala, which runs from November 15 to 22, 2025. Blanchett's long-standing relationship with Camerimage underlines her impact on world cinema and the festival's focus on celebrating cinematographic art.