On Thursday, the 51st César Awards will spotlight the accomplishments of two notable Quebec actors, Xavier Dolan and Théodore Pellerin. This year’s prestigious ceremony celebrates excellence in French cinema and is set to take place in Paris.
Xavier Dolan’s Nomination
Xavier Dolan is nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “L’Inconnu de la Grande Arche,” a historical drama directed by Stéphane Demoustier. The film examines the construction of La Défense in Paris during the mid-1980s.
This marks another nomination for Dolan. Previously, he was nominated in 2022 for his performance in “Illusions perdues.” Moreover, he received two César awards in 2017 for Best Director and Best Editing for “Juste la fin du monde,” featuring prominent French stars including Marion Cotillard and Vincent Cassel.
Théodore Pellerin’s Recognition
Theodore Pellerin is recognized in the category of Best Male Hope for his titular role in “Nino,” the debut feature of director Pauline Loquès. This nomination highlights his growing influence in the film industry.
Significant Highlights of the Ceremony
- The film “Nouvelle Vague,” directed by Richard Linklater, leads with ten nominations.
- Other films following closely behind include “L’Attachement” by Carine Tardieu and “Dossier 137” by Dominik Moll, each with eight nominations.
- The night will also honor Canadian actor Jim Carrey with a César d’honneur.
The awards ceremony will be hosted by French comedian Benjamin Lavernhe. For viewers in Quebec, the event will be broadcast in full on Saturday at 8 PM via StudioCanal TV.
