A Masterclass in Cinema and Controversy

At the Sarajevo Film Festival, the legendary Willem Dafoe dazzled audiences while accepting the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo award. He also lent his star power to Miguel Ángel Jiménez's film, "The Birthday Party." During an engaging masterclass, the versatile actor reflected on his remarkable career, tackling some of his most iconic roles—even skimming over the turbulent waters of American politics.

Silent on Politics, Loud on Art

Reminiscing about his Oscar-nominated performance in "The Florida Project," Dafoe recalled a moment from an interview with Larry King during the rise of Trump’s administration, where he expressed concern about America’s trajectory. When pressed about his thoughts on today’s political landscape, Dafoe pushed back, quipping, "You gotta be kidding me with this question, right? If you know anything about me, you know that’s not a real question." He deftly sidestepped the discussion, steering back into the realm of art and performance.

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