Recipients of the 37th Ankara Film Festival Honorary Awards Announced
The distinguished names to receive awards this year within the scope of the eagerly awaited 37th Ankara Film Festival have been finalized.
The artists deemed worthy of the honorary awards of the 37th Ankara Film Festival, organized by the World Mass Media Research Foundation, have been shared with the public.
Festival Dates and Organizing Institution
It was announced that the 37th Ankara Film Festival, organized by the World Mass Media Research Foundation, will meet with cinema lovers between November 12-20, 2026.
Aziz Nesin Labor Award Goes to Demet Akbağ
Due to her valuable contributions to our cinema and unforgettable performances, this year's Aziz Nesin Labor Award will be presented to the successful actress Demet Akbağ.
Art Plane Tree and Mass Media Awards
Within the scope of the festival, the Art Plane Tree Award was given to master musician Bülent Ortaçgil, while the Mass Media Award went to the esteemed writer Atilla Dorsay.
Foundation Special Awards Announced
Actors Bige Önal and Boran Kuzum, who draw attention with their successful work in the art world, were among the names deemed worthy of the Foundation Special Awards this year.
Award Ceremony Details
All these prestigious awards determined will be officially presented to their recipients at a special ceremony to be held on the evening of Thursday, November 12.