The 22nd Monte-Carlo Film Festival de la Comédie, the event conceived and chaired by Ezio Greggio, which took place from November 12th to 15th in the Principality of Monaco, concluded with enormous success.

Following the jury's verdict, the following were awarded:

Best Film Award

Manurel Gómez Pereira's dinner

For its masterful staging and its ability to address a sensitive and still painful topic like Franco's regime with intelligence and humor, without ever losing emotional depth. The film combines pace and tension with meticulous historical reconstruction and a compelling use of music that accompanies the narrative. Pure emotion and entertainment.

Best Director Award

Partir un jour by Amélie Bonnin

For the sensitivity and delicacy with which she constructs each scene and directs her cast. Shot after shot, Amélie Bonnin captures the emotional complexity of family relationships, seamlessly integrating musical elements into everyday life. The result is a fresh and harmonious tale, a lucid portrait of a young woman's struggles with life.

Best Actress Award

Juliette Armanet – Partir un jour by Amélie Bonnin

Juliette Armanet brings to life a modern and self-aware woman who, despite her conflicts, never loses her grace. She sings, skates, and cooks alongside her character, making her believable and strong. An actress capable of transforming action into poetry.

Best Actor Award (ex aequo)

Guillermo Francella – Homo Argentum

For her ability to give shape, depth, and sixteen different nuances to the diverse characters in this episodic film. Francella reinvents herself with incredible interpretative versatility. A true champion.

Mads Mikkelsen – The Last Viking

For his sensitive approach to the subject of mental illness and his ability to dignify the character with an intense and moving performance. Translating the perfect script into impeccable looks and gestures, Mikkelsen delivers a performance of rare precision.

The awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, November 15th at 7:00 pm, hosted by Ezio Greggio, who will welcome many celebrities on stage: Madalina Ghenea , actress; Gabriele Mainetti , producer, director and actor; Paolo Genovese , screenwriter, director and writer, who will receive the MCFF Special Award for the huge success with audiences and critics of his latest film “ Follemente ”; Giovanni Veronesi , screenwriter, director and radio host.

Furthermore, Franco Nero will receive the MCFF “Mito del Cinema – Legend Award” for lifetime achievement.

There will be no shortage of laughter with three great protagonists of Italian comedy: Lino Banfi, who will receive the prestigious MCFF Legend Award; Massimo Boldi , actor, comedian, and film producer, who will be honored with the MCFF Award; and Vincenzo Salemme , actor, comedian, playwright, director, and screenwriter.

And again, Gerry Scotti , host of highly successful quiz shows and programs, will receive the MCFF Exploit Award , a special recognition for his important contribution to Italian television entertainment.

This year's Marlu' Social Prize will go to Madalina Ghenea, an artist who has transformed her talent into a medium capable of conveying authentic values and meaningful messages. She has distinguished herself not only for her artistic sensibility but also for her concrete commitment to initiatives with a strong social impact.

Great anticipation then for Gipsy's Kings Way by Pablo Reyes , a historic founding member of the original lineup, who will bring the energy and passion of the flamenco tradition to the stage, reinterpreting the hits of the historic band.

A particularly significant moment for Pablo Reyes, who will receive a lifetime achievement award for the value and importance of his musical career and for keeping the artistic legacy of the Gipsy Kings alive.

The event, in collaboration with EFG Bank (Monaco), has always been held under the High Patronage of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco and the Italian Embassy. As in previous years, Radio Monte Carlo is the Festival's official radio station.