Published: 12 September, 2009, 23:42
Edited: 14 September, 2009, 06:46
One of Russia’s most promising actresses, Ksenia Rappoport, has picked up a Best Actress award at the 66th Venice Film Festival.
Rappoport has been praised in Russia and overseas for her authenticity both on screen and stage. At 35 years old, Rappoport, a drama actress, has acted in roles other actresses can only dream of.
Her popularity has gone far beyond Russia. In fact, Ksenia is well-known in Italy, where she starred in Guizeppe Tornatore’s thriller, The Unknown, in 2006.
Last year she was honoured to host the closing ceremony of the Venice Film Festival.
This time around, Rappoport’s acting talents couldn’t be left unnoticed on the Lido either, as she was named Best Actress for her role in Guiseppe Capotondi’s psychological drama, The Double Hour.
Ksenia told RT she dedicated the award to the director, saying the name Giuseppe brings her luck.
Valeria Paikova, RT, Venice