Wes Anderson Receives The Cartier 'Glory To The Filmmaker' Award At The 2023 Venice Film Festival

Cartier’s almost century-long relationship with cinema remains glorious with legendary stars such as Gloria Swanson, Grace Kelly, María Felix and more having donned its finest jewels and watches for the silver screen. 

Naturally, the Maison loves giving back to the arts as it has continued to be the main sponsor of the Venice International Film Festival for the third year running. The ongoing collaboration doesn't just celebrate the best in film and the talents that helped produce them. The Maison again hosted its series of masterclasses at the Biennale Cinema 2023 to further explore the craft of cinematography, as well as music and costume design. 

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This year’s festival also presented the Cartier 'Glory to the Filmmaker' Award to iconic American director, writer and producer Wes Anderson for his extensive contributions to the film industry. 

“Wes Anderson has created a unique and recognisable style,” said Cyrille Vigneron, President and CEO of Cartier International. He continued, “Whether his stories take us to India, New England, Imaginary Hungary, Paris or elsewhere, he brings us into his own imaginary, poetic and truly human world. Everything is fictitious, bizarre, and hilarious, yet his characters and heroes touch our hearts.”

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Cartier also extends its support for Venice’s artistic heritage and culture through a range of initiatives such as a collaboration with the renowned Teatro la Fenice, which has helped create a special performance, Ciao Casanova, by musician and director Solrey.

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Last but certainly not least, the Maison is also supporting the restoration and renovation of several Venetian art venues, including the Teatro Verde, Conservatorio Di Musica Benedetto Marcello and Conservatorio Di Musica Benedetto Marcello, so that local and international visitors can indulge in their splendour for years to come.