“Blue my mind” won best feature film and best screenplay, while Luna Wedler, the young star of the film, won best actress. Wedler plays 15-year-old Mia, whose entire existence is called into question as her body begins to transform.
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The best documentary film award was won by Jean-Stéphane Bron for “L’Opéra de ParisExternal link“, which was co-produced by the Swiss national broadcaster RTS. Encompassing music and ballet, it tells the story of life behind the scenes at the Paris opera.
Award for best actor went to Max Hubacher for his role in “Mario”.External link Jessy Moroavec also won the best supporting actress award in the same film.
“Facing Mecca” by Jan-Eric Mack won the award for best short film and “Airport” by Michaela Müller best animated film.
Swiss climate activists block vehicles near Gotthard tunnel
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Watches belonging to Michael Schumacher up for auction
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Joya Marleen and Baschi named best solo acts at Swiss Music Awards
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Various leaders confirm participation at Ukraine peace conference
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Swiss government proposes CHF10 million UNRWA donation
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After months of debate, Switzerland plans to give CHF10 million ($11 million) to the UN agency this year, rather than the CHF20 million initially foreseen.
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Swiss film actress to receive emerging talent award
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Swiss actress Luna Wedler has been be named a “Shooting Star”, an annual award promoting the ten most talented actors in Europe.
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