Virginie Efira Set to Receive Honorary Award at Locarno Festival

WHO:

Variety - Virginie Efira, a Belgian-born, France-based actress

Deadline - Virginie Efira

WHAT:

Variety - Virginie Efira will be honored with the Leopard Club Award at the Locarno Film Festival.

Deadline - Efira will present Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s film "All of a Sudden" as part of the festival program.

WHERE:

Variety - Locarno Film Festival, Switzerland

Deadline - Piazza Grande stage at the Locarno Film Festival

WHEN:

Deadline - The Locarno Film Festival will take place from August 5-15.

Deadline - Virginie Efira will receive the Leopard Club Award on August 7.

WHY:

Variety - The award recognizes Efira's contributions to indie cinema.

HOW:

Variety - The award will be presented during the festival's events.

(UPDATED June 25, 2026 11:53 UTC)

Belgian-born actress Virginie Efira will be honored with the Leopard Club Award at the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, recognizing her contributions to indie cinema. During the festival, which runs from August 5 to 15, Efira will also present Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s film "All of a Sudden" on the Piazza Grande stage. The award ceremony is set to take place on August 7 as part of the festival's events.