Colin Farrell Receives Golden Icon Award Zurich Film Festival

Irish actor Colin Farrell is set to receive the prestigious Golden Icon Award at the 2025 Zurich Film Festival, recognizing both his career achievements and his performance in the upcoming film "Ballad of a Small Player." The award ceremony and gala premiere of the film will take place on September 27, with Farrell also participating in a masterclass the following day. Directed by Edward Berger, the psychological thriller is based on Lawrence Osborne's novel and follows a gambler whose past catches up with him in Macau. Festival Director Christian Jungen praised Farrell's versatility and charisma, noting his ability to convincingly play villains, romantic leads, and complex characters alike. Farrell, who is attending Zurich for the first time, expressed excitement about experiencing the city and its culture. Previous recipients of the Golden Icon Award include notable actors such as Kate Winslet, Hugh Jackman, and Cate Blanchett.