Ryan Gosling To Receive SBIFF’s Kirk Douglas Award For Excellence In Film
deadline.comEarlier today Ryan Gosling‘s showcase song in Barbie, “I’m Just Ken” was nominated for a Grammy, and now proving that the versatile star is a lot more than “just Ken”, he has been named recipient of the 16th Annual Kirk Douglas Award For Excellence In Film presented by the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
The award, which benefits Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s year-round educational programs, will be presented onSaturday January 13, 2024 at a black-tie dinner at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara.
In addition to continuing the tradition of this award named for the legendary star, this marks the second time since the passing of Douglas that the honor will be awarded. “Ryan Gosling has long been both a dramatic and comedic force in front of the camera.
This year, thanks to his universally hailed, triumphant performance as Ken in Barbie – a film that truly demanded the attention of critics and moviegoers around the world – he has become a true cinematic powerhouse,” stated Executive Director, Roger Durling.
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