Los Angeles, ‘Wicked’ actor Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker James Mangold will be honored at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
The Sundance Institute, which organizes the film festival each year, said in a statement that Erivo would be honored with the Visionary Award for her “uncompromising work and remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry.”
Erivo served as a jury member for the 2021 edition of the festival and returned in 2023 as both an actor and producer of the film “Drift”.
She is currently receiving praise for her performance as Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, in “Wicked,” based on the hit Broadway musical of the same name, which was based on Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel.
Erivo, who is also known for films like “Widows” and “Harriet,” said she was filled with gratitude to receive the honor.
“Sundance has always been a sanctuary for courageous voices and transformative narratives, and it is so meaningful to be a part of this incredible community and recognized. Storytelling is the foundation of my work, and it’s a privilege to celebrate this art with so many extraordinary creators.
“This recognition inspires me to continue supporting bold, diverse stories that connect, challenge and uplift us all,” she said.
Mangold, director of the critically acclaimed films “Girl, Interrupted”, “Walk the Line”, “Logan” and “Ford v Ferrari”, will be honored with the Trailblazer Award for his unwavering dedication and remarkable contributions. Field of cinema.
“Sundance has been many things in my life; A distant dream on a mountain, a laboratory where I developed the script for ‘Cop Land’, a festival where I debuted ‘Heavy’, which was my first film, and later, a place where I proudly Guided talented young filmmakers.
Mangold said, “I am humbled and delighted that Sundance thought my work was worthy of this honor.”
The Sundance Film Festival will be held from January 23 to February 2, 2025 in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.
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