Francis Capolla won first Princess of Austria prize

OVEDO. On May 6, in the Spanish city of Oviedo, the name of the laureate of the first prize of the Princess of Austria awarded in the field of art became known. He became a cult American director, creator of the world famous paintings “The Godfather”, “Dracula”, “Fighting Fish” by Francis Ford Capolla.

The jury of the award agreed that "Capolla occupies an exceptional place in the history of world cinema, it is a constant struggle for independence in all fields as a director, producer and screenwriter." The jury also noted his ability to reveal the vices of society and power and "to be a guide for a better understanding of the transformation and contradictions in the art and cinema industry."

This year, thirty candidates from 19 countries of the world - from China, Ireland, Great Britain, Germany, the USA, Istalia, Australia, Spain and other countries applied for the Princess of Austria award. Francis Kapolla became the first winner of the Princess of Austria Prize, so until this year the award was presented on behalf of Prince of Austria of Felipe. But last year, he ascended the throne and thereby transferred the title of Princess of Austria to his daughter and heiress Leonor.

The Princess of Austria Prize (until 2015 the Prince of Austria) is awarded annually (since 1981) for his significant contribution to world art, international cooperation and humanitarian activities, social and social sciences, achievements in sports, science and technology.

Svetlana Korableva © Gallerix.ru