Ilya Khrzhanovsky
United KingdomdirectorMale8.5Global Dominance: 0.01%Ilya Khrzhanovsky is a Russian filmmaker known for his bold and innovative cinematic style. His film 'Dau,' which received the Silver Lion for Best Direction at the 2026 Venice Film Festival, showcases his commitment to exploring complex themes of human experience and societal struggles. Khrzhanovsky, a dissident artist, dedicated his award to the people of Ukraine, highlighting his strong political convictions and support for freedom during turbulent times.
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Ilya Khrzhanovsky received the Silver Lion for directing the film 'DAU' and dedicated his award to the residents of Kharkiv.
Лучшим фильмом на Венецианском фестивале стала драма о Дании в первые годы после нацистской оккупации
Belarus· 2026-09-14
Ilya Khrzhanovsky was awarded for directing 'DAU', a highly ambitious film project.
Φεστιβάλ Βενετίας: Χρυσός Λέοντας στο «Woman Unknown» – Μάλκοβιτς και Αρσέλ τα βραβεία ερμηνείας
Greece· 2026-09-13
Ilya Khrzhanovsky received the Silver Lion for best director for his work on DAU.
Bold and bravura choices as Venice celebrates A Woman Unknown, Possible Love – and NAZA | Venice film festivalUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-12
The Russian director Ilya Khrzhanovsky won the Silver Lion for best director for the visually stunning DAU.
Woman Unknown wins Venice film festival as NAZA takes special jury prize | Venice film festivalUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-12
Ilya Khrzhanovsky won the directing award for his film 'Dau'.
הסרט שמציג עדויות על "הרג מכוון" בעזה זכה בפרס יוקרתי בפסטיבל ונציה
Israel· 2026-09-12
Ilya Khrzhanovsky won the Silver Lion for Best Director for 'DAU'.
'Woman unknown' conquista o Leão de Ouro e John Malkovich leva melhor ator no Festival de Veneza; veja os vencedores
Brazil· 2026-09-12
He directed the film 'Dau', which received the Silver Lion for Best Direction.
Festival di Venezia 2026, tutti i vincitori: l'elenco completo dei premi. Vince «Woman Unknown», premio speciale della Giuria a «Naza»
Italy· 2026-09-12
